INODE Data Scientist Position: MPI 1383 views

Max Planck Institute for Extraterrestrial Physics (MPE) is inviting applications for a position of Data Scientist in support of the EU2020 INODE (Intelligent Open Data Exploration) project.

About the project:
  • INODE is a Swiss-lead interdisciplinary project with 9 partner institutions in Europe to develop more dialectic and intuitive ways of interacting with large datasets.
  • Applications are open for a data scientist (m/f/d) with experience in handling of large astronomic datasets, the formulation of complex queries against these datasets, and software development.
  • The candidate will be working on the development of the real-life astronomy use case for INODE by collecting and refining typical query scenarios against these large astronomical datasets.
  • The candidate will take a significant responsibility for the aspects of dissemination and training in the project.
  • This position will require the candidate’s ability and willingness to travel to EU countries to work with our partners there.

Qualifications:

  • Candidate must be a scientific programmer with a strong interest in working with large astronomical datasets.
  • Applicant must have demonstrated experience in working with at least one – preferably several – large astronomical datasets; understanding of the modern tools and technologies for computational analysis in astronomy
  • Good knowledge of software design and programming principles
  • Experience of hands-on software design, development documentation and testing
  • Experience in database storage system, design and management
  • Experience with SQL databases, and the SQL query language
  • Knowledge of SPARQL and experience in other EU projects are assets

Starting date: February 2020 (flexible) until the end of the project (October 2022).

Applications:

Apply online and submit the following documents (in PDF format) including:

  • Cover letter
  • CV
  • A Publication list
  • A Research statement and information on software experience and interests
  • 03 letters of reference
—————–Quick Overview————-
Organization Max Planck Institute for Extraterrestrial Physics (MPE)
Country Germany
Fellowship Level Scientist
Subject areas Astronomy, Physics
Fellowship amount Varies
Eligibility Open to all nationalities
Deadline January 31, 2020
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