The Space Telescope Science Institute (STScI) is seeking Science Support Analysts to support the operations of the Hubble Space Telescope. The role involves reducing and analyzing calibration data for astronomical instruments and providing user support to researchers worldwide.
Responsibilities
- Work on a team to support the operations of the Hubble Space Telescope (HST)
- Reduce and analyze calibration data for astronomical instruments (e.g. cameras, spectrographs, coronagraphs) to optimize the scientific output of our space telescopes
- Provide user support to our worldwide community of researchers on various aspects of observation planning and data analysis
- Get involved in groundbreaking astronomical research by supporting projects led by our science staff (at the :20% level and prior approval from your management)
- Seek additional training to grow professionally
Skills
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in astronomy, physics, astrophysics, planetary science, mathematics, computer science, aerospace engineering, or related fields
- Some experience in one or more of the following areas: astronomical data calibration and reduction (e.g., imaging, spectra, catalogs), scientific instrumentation, optics, astronomical observatory operations, astronomical research, statistical analysis, scientific programming (especially in python), software engineering, and development of astronomical software packages
- Dedicated, hardworking, eager to learn, and can work with minimum supervision
- Seeks additional training to grow professionally
- Wants to contribute to state of the art astronomy in a work environment that respects and relies upon its talented, multi-faceted workforce
Benefits
- Competitive salaries
- Comprehensive benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Relocation assistance available
- Hybrid work
Company Overview
Space Telescope Science Institute is a company focused on technology and implementation of long range telescopes. It was founded in 1981, and is headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is http://www.stsci.edu/portal.Company H1B Sponsorship
Space Telescope Science Institute has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 3 in 2026, 8 in 2025, 6 in 2024, 7 in 2023, 7 in 2022, 3 in 2021, 8 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.