Astronomy Laboratory Specialist/Observatory Manager – Department of Physics and Astronomy
Education Required
- A Bachelor’s degree with a major in Astronomy, Astrophysics or closely related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Required Qualifications
- Practical knowledge of modern astronomical instruments (including a range of small telescopes and CCD cameras) and supporting software applications.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the night sky (planets, constellations, deep sky objects, special events).
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with faculty, staff, students and the public.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team-oriented service and support work environment.
- Must have flexibility in working hours some evening and weekend work is required.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to meet and maintain University Driving Policy standards.
Desired Qualifications
- Demonstrated teaching experience (> 1 year ) in an undergraduate astronomical laboratory environment.
- Working experience with astronomical imaging and data calibration.
- Working experience in computer networking, especially Windows O/S.
- Experience with astronomical laboratory activity design, development and assessment.
- Working experience with many types of telescopes and practical knowledge of functions such as telescope collimation and calibration.
- A Master’s and/or PhD degree in Astronomy or Astrophysics.
- Working experience with astronomical software applications such as MaxIm DL, and TheSkyX.
- Working experience with programming languages such as python.
- Working experience with astronomical outreach events.
Position and Application Details
For additional job details and to apply please visit https://jobs.uiowa.edu/ and access requisition #24003149.
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission.
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. Please note that this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship in the United States.
For additional questions, please contact: christopher-crawford@uiowa.edu.
Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
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