EAO/JCMT Employment Opportunities
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ASIAA/EAO Computing/Network Specialist (ID #225653)
This position is joint between ASIAA and EAO, and is advertised on RCUH as position #225653.
CLOSING DATE: December 4, 2025, or until filled. Applications received after this deadline may be considered only if the position is not filled or up to the date a selection has been approved by the RCUH (whichever comes first).
Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the Academia Sinica Institute of Astronomy and Astrophysics (ASIAA), Hawaii Operations office, and East Asian Observatory (EAO), located in Hilo, Hawai‘i. Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, availability of funds, and compliance with applicable Federal/State laws.
MONTHLY SALARY RANGE: $4,100 – $9,029/Mon.
DUTIES: Manages the computing and the network need for the telescope projects operated by the ASIAA Hawaii Operations project. The current projects are the Submillimeter Array (SMA) located on Maunakea, the Y.T. Lee Array for Microwave Background Anisotropy (YTLA) site on Mauna Loa, and the FRB site located in Ka’u, Hawai’i, and any other ASIAA ongoing projects sited in Hawai’i. Advises the engineering and scientific staff in the array testing as necessary. Communicates with Taipei staff for observational data transfer and documents operation process and progress. Required to drive themselves, ride with others and possibly drive others to the James Clerk Maxwell Telescope (JCMT), SMA, YTLA, and FRB site, and other locations in the community. Manages the computing and the network need for the East Asian Observatory. The EAO operates the James Clerk Maxwell Telescope (JCMT), located on Maunakea. Advises the engineering and scientific staff on computing and network needs. Communicates with international partners on interface to computing and data systems.
PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in Science, Engineering or a closely related discipline (Associate Degree from an accredited college or university in Science, Engineering or a closely related discipline and at least two (2) years of related experience may substitute for Bachelor’s Degree.).
EXPERIENCE: One to three (1-3) years of experience in computing and networking associated with astronomical telescopes in an academic environment, or an office/industrial environment. Must have demonstrated capability in managing and networking a complex computing system with different platforms (e.g., Window, Linux, UNIX, and Mac, etc.).
KNOWLEDGE: Working knowledge of PC, and Mac, workstations, and knowledge of various operating systems, as well as TCP/IP network switching, routing, and connectivity. Familiar with the command line interface and computing application scripting languages such as CSH, Perl and Python.
ABILITIES & SKILLS: Able to set up and maintain blogging and data logging systems. Able to provide clear and concise self-expression both verbally as well as written. Must possess a valid driver’s license (and if use of personal vehicle on the job is required, must also have valid personal driver’s insurance equivalent to Hawai‘i’s No-Fault Driver’s Insurance) and maintain throughout the duration of employment. Post Offer/Employment Condition: Must possess the American Red Cross Certification in First Aid/CPR/AED (or be able to obtain and maintain the certificate following the training provided within twelve (12) months from date of hire) and maintain throughout duration of employment.
PHYSICAL/MEDICAL DEMANDS: Post Offer/Employment Condition: Must be able to work at 14,000 feet and pass a post offer high-altitude medical examination and maintain proof of high-altitude clearance throughout the duration of employment.
POLICY/REGULATORY REQUIREMENT: As a condition of employment, employee will be subject to all applicable RCUH policies, procedures, and trainings and, as applicable, subject to University of Hawai‘i’s and/or business entity’s policies, procedures, and trainings. Violation of RCUH’s, UH’s, or business entity’s policies and/or procedures or applicable State or Federal laws and/or regulations may lead to disciplinary action (including, but not limited to possible termination of employment, personal fines, civil and/or criminal penalties, etc.).
SECONDARY QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience with database systems. Experience with setup and maintenance of web systems.
INQUIRIES: Susan O’Neal 808-961-2942 (Hawai‘i).
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Please go to https://www.rcuh.com/opportunities/job-openings/. You must submit the following documents online to be considered for the position: 1) Cover Letter, 2) Resume, 3) Professional References, 4) Copy of Degree(s)/Transcript(s)/Certificate(s). All online applications must be submitted/received by the closing date (11:59 P.M. Hawai‘i Standard Time/RCUH receipt time) as stated on the job posting. If you do not have access to our system and the closing date is imminent, you may send additional documents to rcuh_recruitment@rcuh.com. If you have questions on the application process and/or need assistance, please call (808)956-7262 or (808)956-0872. Please visit https://www.rcuh.com/policies-forms-documents/benefits-at-a-glance.pdf for more information on RCUH’s Benefits for eligible employees.
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RCUH is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, reproductive health decision, citizenship, gender identity or expression, domestic or sexual violence victim status, military/veteran status, or other grounds protected under applicable federal and state laws, except as permitted by law.
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