Pre-Announcement Data Scientist/Astronomer SRC A-007

This position will be announced in the near future, but you are already welcome to submit your application. Discover a wide range of job opportunities in the field of Radio Astronomy.

Core Responsibilities: Involvement with the activities and implementation of data analyses and management softwares for the SKAO Active participation in the SKA Regional Centre Network (SRCNet) Implementation of efficient avenues of computation, e.g., through DASK/xarrays, casacore, GPU-based imaging of visibilities, etc., and exploitation of novel data science techniques, e.g., Bayesian methods, machine learning, data provenance, etc. Core Requirements:  A PhD in Data Science, Mathematics, Astrophysics or equivalent field of research.

Experience with data science related to chunking/striping of large data arrays, efficient array manipulations and FFT algorithms, MPI, etc. Proficiency in CPU-based programming, e.g., C, C++, FORTRAN, python, java.

Experience with GPU programming is desirable.  Familiarity with workflow managers, e.g., CWL, AirFlow, REANA, Stimela, or experience with (semi)automated handling of large-datasets, networking and authentication protocols.

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