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Texas A&M University, Physics and Astronomy

720 30798
Position ID:
TAMU-PHYS-OBSV [#30798, R-087897]
Position Title: 
Observatory Manager
Position Type:
Other
Position Location:
College Station, Texas 77843-4242, United States of America
Subject Areas: 
Astronomy / Astronomical Instrumentation, Observational
Appl Deadline:
none (posted 2025/10/07)
Position Description:
   

Position Description

OPPORTUNITIES TO CONTRIBUTE —

• Provide technical and logistical support for the astronomy lab courses in the Physics department. • Maintain the Physics Observatory facility, the telescopes, and other scientific equipment at the observatory. • Oversee the operation of the Observatory and provide technical support to users of the facility. • Plan, implement, and oversee outreach activities at the Observatory, such as viewing nights and programs for local K-12 schools. • Plan and implement development of the Observatory including acquisition of new equipment. • Provide technical and logistical support for new teaching activities at the Observatory, such as development of new courses and independent study projects.

QUALIFICATIONS —

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. • 5 years of related work experience in observational astronomy.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS —

• Use and maintenance of astronomical telescopes. • Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

SALARY —

• Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected candidate's education and experience.

BENEFITS —

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums • 12-15 days of annual paid holidays • Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month • Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas • Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT —

• All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more • Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee • Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

TO APPLY —

• Submit a single pdf with cover letter and résumé/CV at https://jobs.tamu.edu for position R-087897, Manager, Physics Observatory

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.

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Texas A&M University
Department of Physics and Astronomy
4242 TAMU
College Station, Texas 77843-4242
Web Page: physics.tamu.edu