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| EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Canada-France-Hawaiʻi Telescope Corporation | Closing date: 2026-10-31
Contact: Céline Reylé |
| The Canada-France-Hawaiʻi Telescope Corporation (CFHT) invites applications and nominations for the position of Executive Director. This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary scientific and organizational leader to guide one of the world’s premier astronomical observatories through a pivotal chapter in its history — one that demands both scientific ambition and a deep, genuine commitment to the people and places of Hawaiʻi. | | ▸ more | The successful candidate will bring:
• A graduate degree (Master’s or doctoral level) in astronomy, astrophysics, engineering, or a closely related field, or equivalent demonstrated leadership experience in a science or technology-intensive organization.
• Broad knowledge of astronomy, including familiarity with optical and infrared observational techniques and instrumentation.
• Demonstrated experience managing a scientific research facility, technical organization, or comparable institution in a team-oriented, international environment.
• Very strong communication skills and a proven ability to inspire, motivate, and make compelling public presentations; demonstrated skills in institutional and international relations.
• The ability to think and act strategically, with a track record of translating vision into results.
• Demonstrated cultural competency and a genuine commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, with experience engaging authentically across diverse communities — a quality of particular importance given CFHT’s responsibilities on Maunakea.
Applications should be submitted electronically to the CFHT Search Committee and must include a curriculum vitae and the names and contact information of at least three references who may be contacted for confidential evaluations. Information about CFHT is available at www.cfht.hawaii.edu. Applications can be submitted at this link: https://cfht.applicantpro.com/jobs/. Prospective applicants with questions about the position or the search process are encouraged to contact the Search Committee at positioninfo @ cfht.hawaii.edu.
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