Dear Colleagues,
I am currently hiring for a Research Software Engineer at Carnegie Science.
Please share the details below with any candidates who you think might be
interested.
Application: https://apply.interfolio.com/161035
Position Description:
Earth and Planets Laboratory (EPL), Carnegie Institution for Science, is
seeking a Research software engineer with interest at the intersection of
Data science, Informatics, Earth and Planetary Science. As part of our
commitment to building a diverse and inclusive community, we encourage
applicants from underrepresented groups and backgrounds and applicants with
non-traditional career paths.
The software engineer will participate in projects to develop data-driven
approaches to answer fundamental questions about Earth and planetary
systems, the origins of life, and the evolution of the geosphere and
biosphere. We seek applicants with experience in data science, data
analytics, data visualization, and information modeling and an interest in
applying their data science skills to planetary science data. Successful
candidates will be supervised by Dr. Anirudh Prabhu and will work with
members of the Carnegie Data Science Team including Dr. Michael Wong and
Dr. Robert Hazen. This full-time, 2-year position will commence on or after
June 1, 2025 and will be based at the Broad Branch Road campus of the
Carnegie Institution for Science in Washington, DC.
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications: The applicant must have an undergraduate degree in
computer science, data science, geoinformatics, geoscience, or planetary
science and must be proficient in coding languages like R, Julia or Python.
Experience with data management would be beneficial; the interest and
ability to work knowledgeably with geologists, planetary scientists,
informaticians, and data curators, are essential. Familiarity with software
development best practices, including version control (e.g., Git) is ideal.
Application Instructions
Interested applicants should submit a CV, contact information for three
references, a cover letter, and a 1 to 2-page research proposal.
Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.
Anirudh Prabhu
Research Scientist, Earth and Planets Laboratory
Carnegie Institution for Science
5241 Broad Branch Rd NW, Washington, DC 20015.
www.anirudhprabhu.com