Direct Imaging and Spectroscopy of Exoplanets with the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope Coronagraph Instrument

About the role

The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, scheduled for launch in the mid-2020s, will feature a technology demonstration called the Coronagraph Instrument. This instrument aims to showcase advanced technologies in space for the first time, with the goal of achieving a 100-1000 fold improvement over current and near-term proposed coronagraphs. The Roman Coronagraph Instrument is a crucial step towards developing a future coronagraph capable of imaging exoplanets.

Responsibilities

• Help plan and execute the Roman Coronagraph technology demonstration
• Potential involvement in possible follow-on science investigations related to the Roman Coronagraph Instrument

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in a relevant field

Qualifications

• Strong background in astrophysics
• Experience with space technology demonstrations
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Skills

• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities
• Proficiency in relevant software tools

Benefits

• Unique research opportunities at NASA Centers
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to contribute to NASA's mission

Pay

Details on pay are not specified in the provided information.

Schedule

Details on schedule are not specified in the provided information.

Benefits

Details on benefits are not specified in the provided information.

Application Deadline

11/1/2026 6:00:59 PM Eastern Time Zone

Contact Information

Point of Contact: Mikeala
Email: npp@orau.org