[ASA] SKAO Chief Scientist [SEC=OFFICIAL]

[Wheeler, Pete]

OFFICIAL

Dear All,
The SKA Observatory is seeking a new Chief Scientist to spearhead the development of the world's largest radio telescope. This is a unique opportunity to drive groundbreaking research, collaborate with a global network of scientists, and push the boundaries of our understanding of the universe.

The Chief Scientist will:

  *   Champion the scientific capabilities and accomplishments of the SKA Observatory;
  *   Be the primary face of science to the SKAO science community, the SKAO Council, and to the Science and Engineering Advisory Committee, and be responsible for actively shaping the Observatory science strategy;
  *   Have responsibility for the co-ordination of the scientific priorities for the SKA Observatory Development Plan, and the development of the Science Roadmap (through consultation including community workshops with the science community and expert advisory groups);
  *   Act as the Science "Head of Profession" for the Observatory:
     *   Mentoring scientific staff (all PhD scientists with a research component to their role), cultivating their professional growth and participating in promotion reviews; and
     *   Advocating for the scientific interests and research time of all scientific staff;
  *   Work with the Director of Operations to maximise the overall scientific return of the Observatory;
  *   Effectively promote the values and culture of the SKA Observatory, within the Observatory, in relations with partner organisations and in the global SKA scientific community;
  *   Establish and oversee an SKAO post-doctoral research programme;
  *   Conduct their own independent research.

For more info:
https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/lprcCxngwOfQnxPn4u8fQTySVK_?domain=recruitment.skao.int


Pete Wheeler (He/Him)
Manager | Industry Liaison Officer | Square Kilometre Array & European Southern Observatory

Science Division | Astronomy Branch
Department of Industry, Science and Resources

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