Telescope and Instrument Operator
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Antofagasta Region, Chile
European Southern Observatory
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The successful candidate will operate the Very Large Telescope (VLT) units as well as the smaller telescopes at Paranal observatory, together with their attached scientific instruments. The position may also involve contributions to operations development within the Integrated Operations (IOP) Programme, which aims to integrate VLT and ELT into a single observatory. The Paranal Science Operations Department (PSO) consists of around 60 staff members of more than a dozen nationalities. PSO's mission is to produce high-quality astronomical data and to maintain or improve the scientific performance of Paranal's instruments. Telescope and Instruments Operators work in close collaboration with astronomers in performing and analysing observations.
Main Duties and
Responsibilities:
Core duties:
• Operate the telescopes and their astronomical instruments at maximum efficiency while maintaining the safety of people and equipment.
• Drive and monitor computer-controlled equipment, make real-time decisions about scheduling and observation execution, and monitor weather conditions to protect the telescopes and instruments.
• Perform quality control of the acquired astronomical data.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of the telescopes and instruments.
• Report, track, and assist in diagnosing and resolving technical and scientific problems. Depending on qualifications and organisational needs, the role may include participation in operations development. This may include defining, reviewing, and implementing operational procedures and documentation, monitoring and characterising instruments/systems performance, contributing to projects within the Integrated Operations (IOP) Programme. The successful candidate must have preferably a university degree in software, electronics engineering, or natural sciences, or a superior technical degree in these areas. The contract is for a period of two years with no possibility of extension, subject to medical clearance and successful completion of the probation period. The title or grade may be subject to change according to qualification and the number of years of experience. Closing date for applications is 13 December 2026
Responsibilities:
Core duties:
• Operate the telescopes and their astronomical instruments at maximum efficiency while maintaining the safety of people and equipment.
• Drive and monitor computer-controlled equipment, make real-time decisions about scheduling and observation execution, and monitor weather conditions to protect the telescopes and instruments.
• Perform quality control of the acquired astronomical data.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of the telescopes and instruments.
• Report, track, and assist in diagnosing and resolving technical and scientific problems. Depending on qualifications and organisational needs, the role may include participation in operations development. This may include defining, reviewing, and implementing operational procedures and documentation, monitoring and characterising instruments/systems performance, contributing to projects within the Integrated Operations (IOP) Programme. The successful candidate must have preferably a university degree in software, electronics engineering, or natural sciences, or a superior technical degree in these areas. The contract is for a period of two years with no possibility of extension, subject to medical clearance and successful completion of the probation period. The title or grade may be subject to change according to qualification and the number of years of experience. Closing date for applications is 13 December 2026