Staff Astronomer I

Are you looking for a job where you can be a part of a premier observatory and leveraging the pristine viewing conditions of Maunakea? If so, you'll be thrilled to know that W. M. Keck Observatory in Kamuela, Hawaii, USA is hiring a full-time Staff Astronomer I. In this job, you would work at our renowned observatory and play a role in our 2035 scientific strategic plan.

The Staff Astronomer (SA) I ensures observers are properly instructed in the use of the Observatory’s facility instruments and telescopes in order to serve the science operations. This includes pre- and post-observing inquiries, as well as afternoon and nighttime support of observers in Waimea and/or at remote mainland sites. The SA I maintains, calibrates, and develops scientific instrumentation and related software. SA I responsibilities include instrument nighttime engineering tests as well as coordination with engineers and technicians in maintaining, repairing, and improving the instruments. If assigned as an “Instrument Scientist,” of a particular instrument the Staff Astronomer will have primary responsibility for that instrument (or capability).