The CTAO Central Organisation is seeking a Data Analysis Expert to support the Project Science Office at the CTAO SDMC in Zeuthen, Germany. 

Your tasks: 

• Run the CTAO reconstruction software on observational data and simulations, producing science data products at all levels from DL0 to DL3 (i.e., data levels ranging from raw to science-ready data products). 
• Test and evaluate different reconstruction algorithms. 
• Optimise reconstruction parameters for observation conditions, array layout and study requirements. 
• Provide feedback to pipeline developers and suggest enhancements based on analysis results and operational needs. 
• Support telescope acceptance, array commissioning and science verification activities, providing performance estimates and preparing accompanying reports. 
• Contribute to studies such as estimating the uncertainty budget, planning a telescope’s deployment strategy, array enhancements and upgrades, etc. 
• Develop and run regular benchmark tests. 
• Contribute to the data product verification process (data quality control) for data levels from DL0 to DL3. 
• Present analysis results and performance estimates to CTAO management and in scientific conferences. 
• Other duties as assigned by the Simulation Coordinator. 

Your qualifications, experience and skills: 

• Degree in physics, astronomy, computer science or related discipline. 
• Prior experience and solid understanding of reconstruction and analysis techniques of imaging atmospheric Cherenkov telescopes is highly desirable. 
• Strong proficiency in Python. 
• Familiarity with software development workflows (e.g., version control systems like Git, CI/CD pipelines). 
• Familiarity with grid computing would be an asset. 
• Proficiency in creating clear and informative data visualizations to support analysis and communicate results effectively. 
• Able to work both independently and in a team. 
• Excellent written, organisational and verbal communication skills. 
• A high level of proficiency in English is essential. 

You’ll be reporting to: Simulation Coordinator 

Your duty station: Zeuthen, Germany. Ability and willingness to travel within the EU. 

What we offer:  

• Competitive salary and benefits package, with the salary determined based on the candidate’s experience and ability. 

• Opportunities for professional growth and development. 

• Flexible working hours and partial remote work options. 

How to apply: Please apply on BambooHR 

Application deadline: 23 March 2025 

For this job posting we would like to encourage people that comply with the Italian law 68/99 to send us their applications. 

For more information on CTAO please visit www.ctao.org. 

For more information on the advertised position please contact, ctao-hr@cta-observatory.org. 

Applications are accepted and evaluated without distinction on any grounds of gender, race, colour, ethnic or social origin, genetic features, language, religion or belief, political or any other opinion, membership of a national minority, gender identity, property, birth, disability, age or sexual orientation.