Computer Scientist, AST - Computer Research and Development (Direct Hire)

Directs and executes high-impact research in scientific visualization and large-scale data analysis, advancing methods for interpreting, rendering, and interacting with complex datasets. Develops new visualization techniques, data processing pipelines, and analytic tools that significantly enhance scientific insight and mission-critical decision making. Leads major initiatives from concept through evaluation, defining research goals, assessing technical approaches, and integrating results into broader system architectures. Determines feasibility, timing, and strategic direction for visualization and data-intensive research proposals. Showcases visualization and analysis work on behalf of NASA Advanced Supercomputing. Serves the broader high-performance computing and visualization research communities by participating in cooperative agreements and outreach efforts, serving on committees, submitting/publishing papers. Directs and assesses government and contractor activities to ensure hi