Astronomy Research Assistant - Hands-On Projects & Outreach

Inside Higher Ed; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 16,531 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A university in Ohio is seeking a Non-OSU Student Research Assistant to support astronomy research and outreach projects. The role involves collaboration with faculty, conducting research, and developing workshops related to astronomy and astrophysics. Ideal candidates should have a background in Astronomy, Physics, or Engineering, along with strong skills in data analysis and technical writing. This is a temporary position requiring a successful background check.

Qualifications

• Background in Astronomy, Physics, or Engineering.
• Ability to apply academic knowledge to real-world problems.

Responsibilities

• Work on specific astronomy projects related to research.
• Develop activities and workshops for professional development.
• Perform computer coding and data analysis tasks.

Skills

Astronomy knowledge

Physics knowledge

Engineering skills

Data analysis

Technical writing

Job description

A university in Ohio is seeking a Non-OSU Student Research Assistant to support astronomy research and outreach projects. The role involves collaboration with faculty, conducting research, and developing workshops related to astronomy and astrophysics. Ideal candidates should have a background in Astronomy, Physics, or Engineering, along with strong skills in data analysis and technical writing. This is a temporary position requiring a successful background check.