Roles and responsibilities
Astronomer: Focusing on research metrics and evaluation, including bibliometrics.I also lead HAA's project to properly archive our rich collection of historical material dating back to the formation of the Dominion Astrophysical Observatory in 1918.
Current research and/or projects
- Research performance of observatories
- Fifty Years of NRC Stewardship of Astronomy
Education
Ph.D. Astronomy, University of Toronto, 1982
M.Sc. Astronomy, University of British Columbia, 1976
B.Sc. Astronomy , University of British Columbia, 1974
Professional activities/interests
- Communicating astronomy with the public
- Bibliometrics
- Historical Research
Affiliations
Canadian Astronomical Society
Previous work experience
January 2014 - June 2018: Acting Director Optical Astronomy Program
April 2007 - May 2010: Associate Director for Science Operations, Gemini Observatory
October 1999 - March 2006: Group Leader, Canadian Gemini Office
August 1996 - October 1999: Senior Resident Astronomer, Canada-France-Hawaii Telescope
1992 - 1996: Head, Canadian Astronomy Data Centre
International experience and/or work
I've worked at the Canada-France-Hawaii Telescope twice. First from 1983-1986 and also 1996-1999. I've worked at the Space Telescope Science Institute in Baltimore, Maryland. I also worked for three years for the Gemini Observatory, based in La Serena, Chile.