Astronomical Instrumentation Engineer (Assistant Project Scientist)

Posted 10 days ago

ucsandiegSan Diego (CA)

Astronomers Space Research and Technology

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UC San Diego’s Optical and Infrared Laboratory (OIRLab) seeks an Assistant Project Scientist to advance cutting-edge astronomical instrumentation for major ground-based observatories, including Keck. You will contribute to design, development, integration, assembly and testing of optical and infrared instruments. The role requires a strong engineering background and hands-on experience in optics, optomechanics, electronics, and instrumentation, enabling collaboration across a multidisciplinary

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