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Manager Physics Observatory job at Texas AM in College Station TX

Description, duties, responsibilities

Job Title

Manager Physics Observatory

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Physics And Astronomy

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Heres a Glimpse of the Job

The Manager is responsible for overseeing the maintenance operations and continued development of the Physics Observatory. This role provides both technical and logistical support for astronomy lab courses within the Physics Department and plays a key role in designing and implementing outreach programs that promote engagement with the Observatory.

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

• Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 5 years of related work experience in observational astronomy.

A well-qualified candidate for this position will also possess:

• Use and maintenance of astronomical telescopes.

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected candidates education and experience.

What you need to do:

Apply! Submitting a cover letter resume/CV to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume. 

Why Texas A&M University?

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives talents and lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values ( which are: Respect Excellence Leadership Loyalty Integrity and Selfless Service.

The Department of Physics and Astronomy is home to internationally leading research in applied physics astronomy atomic physics quantum optics condensed matter physics high energy physics nuclear physics and related areas. We offer our students a variety of graduate and undergraduate degree options. Many more students from all disciplines receive basic training in sciences in our state-of-art teaching facilities. Our department is committed to giving back to society through our extensive outreach program.

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions Core Values and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university such as sporting and cultural events state-of-the-art recreation facilities the Bush Library and Museum and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. 

• 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

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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