Deputy Director, International Gemini Observatory

The International Gemini Observatory is seeking a Deputy Director to help lead an extraordinary team of scientists, engineers and other professionals to enable groundbreaking discoveries in astrophysics.

Requirements

• PhD in astronomy or closely related field
• Internationally recognized scientist with broad interests beyond the field of research
• Familiarity with ground-based and/or space-based observatory operations
• Demonstrated strategic and analytical thinking skills
• Motivation and ability to identify and implement new strategic directions for the Observatory in a team environment
• Strong personnel-staff management skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Effective technical writing and public speaking communication skills
• At least 7+ years of PhD experience as research scientist, astrophysicist, or other related scientific field-discipline.
• With a minimum of 3+ years of experience working in a leadership position (in a university, an observatory, and/or an equivalent science or research organization).
• Extensive experience in people, personnel-staff management, and leadership skills.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Retirement contributions
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Attractive work environment