Career
I am an astronomer, serving as an university professor at a rising Carnegie R1 / Hispanic Serving Institution.
I have been priviledged to work with many of the leading scientists, engineers, and administrators from the astronomical communities in the Americas, Europe, Australia, East Asia, and South Asia.
Recently, I completed 5-years as an academic dean at the University of Texas at San Antonio. I am now a UTSA senior professor with engagement in physics, astronomy, data science, and space sector technology.
Summary2019—now | Distinguished Professor, Physics & Astronomy
2019—2024 | Dean, UTSA College of Sciences
2008—2019 | Director, National Optical Astronomy Observatory
2006—2008 | Observatory Scientist, Thirty Meter Telescope Project
2000—2005 | Leader, ESO Science Archive Facility
1997—2000 | Leader, ESO User Support Group
1996—1997 | Astronomer, US Gemini Project Office
1993—1995 | Project Manager / Observatory Scientist, WIYN 3.5-m Telescope
1991—1993 | Postdoctoral Fellow, Kitt Peak National Observatory
For more details, see my concise two-page resume.