The Goddard Earth Sciences and Technology Center (GEST) has two excellent opportunities for Media related Specialists. Positions will be located at Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, MD. Selection is contingent upon obtaining Goddard security clearance.
Media Specialist, Interactive Science - GEST 130-67-234-J
Excellent opportunity for multimedia producer or web production designer with a passion for creating interactive content on some of the most mind-blowing science stories in the universe. The Interactive Media producer will work with educators, scientists, and science writers producers to design, produce, and distribute stimulating web content through NASA and Goddard web portals. In addition, the incumbent will perform other duties as assigned.
Requires a Bachelor’s degree. Must be proficient in Flash, HTML and content management systems. Strong visual and design skills and an interest in science communication are preferred.
Media Specialist, Science Visualization - GEST 130-67-234-K
Excellent opportunity for an individual with a computer science background and an interest in computer graphics and science. The incumbent will serve as a scientific visualizer at the Scientific Visualization Studio at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center. The applicant will support the Scientific Visualization Studio by visualizing Earth and Space science remote sensing data, mission results, and simulation data for specific, ongoing outreach efforts in association with the NASA Public Affairs Office. These visuals will explain NASA scientific missions and research to the public and be used by the TV and print media, educational content producers, and museums. An on-line archive of previously-created visuals can be found at http://svs.gsfc.nasa.gov. The incumbent will work as part of a team including NASA scientists, NASA TV producers, and other in-house visualizers and will be expected to independently create imagery and animations to the specifications decided on by that team. In addition, the incumbent will perform other duties as assigned.
Requires a Bachelor’s degree. Must have a working knowledge of scientific visualization software, hardware, and visual techniques that turn raw data into imagery and animations. Programming knowledge to prepare data for use by certain high-end software tools such as Maya and Renderman required. The candidate will then use these tools to produce the final animation product. Training in the specific tools will be provided as necessary. An additional background in physical science or art is not a requirement, but will be considered favorably. Candidates are encouraged to submit examples of their computer graphics work with their application.
Positions are full-time and include full benefits. Appointments will be made for one year terms with the possibility of renewal. These are grant-funded positions wherein employment is contingent upon the renewal of the grant and carries no layoff or reinstatement rights. For best consideration, submit a cover letter indicating position number, resume, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references by March 19, 2008 (resumes will be accepted until the position is filled) to: Dr. Tom Low, GEST/JCET, UMBC, 5523 Research Park Drive, Suite 320, Baltimore, MD 21228 UMBC is an AA/EOE
