Penn State University · 3 days ago
Part-Time Research Assistant - Astronomy Department
University Park, PA
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad
$15/hr - $15/hrPenn State University is seeking a part-time Research Assistant for their Astronomy and Astrophysics Department. The role involves conducting evening measurements of sky brightness and collaborating on research related to light pollution.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Evening measurements of sky brightness on clear nights around campus and the surrounding area
Collaboration on maintaining a database of high-quality measurements of the sky brightness
Submitting reports on measurements to the international Globe at Night database
Assisting with the preparation of scientific articles about the results
Qualification
Required
Current Penn State employee or student must apply through Workday
If not a current employee or student, must complete the application process for external applicants
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed
Evening measurements of sky brightness on clear nights around campus and the surrounding area
Collaboration on maintaining a database of high-quality measurements of the sky brightness
Submitting reports on measurements to the international Globe at Night database
Assisting with the preparation of scientific articles about the results
Expected hours will be approximately 5-8 hours/week
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies
Company
Penn State University
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