The Space Astronomy Laboratory and Department of Astronomy at the University of Wisconsin - Madison invite applications for an Assistant Scientist position in astronomical instrumentation with Prof. K. Nordsieck. The chief duties of this position will be the design, development, commissioning, and operations support of the Prime Focus Imaging Spectrograph , a facility instrument for the Southern African Large Telescope , a 10m class telescope which is being constructed by an international collaboration including the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Desirable experience includes optical and mechanical design, and program management.
Applicants should have a Ph.D. in astronomy, astrophysics, or physics. Applicants should submit a vita, a description of previous instrumentation experience, and a summary of research interests, and arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to Prof. K. Nordsieck at the following address. This page is maintained by Ken Nordsieck . This page has been accessed times since Sept 15, 2000.