Research Assistant

Job Summary

Category
Scientific / Technical Staff
Institution
University of Wyoming
Department
Physics & Astronomy
Number of Positions Available
1
Work Arrangement
In-Person

Job Description

A research assistant/telescope observing specialist is sought to help conduct a long-term radial velocity survey of potential planet-hosting stars using the 2.3 meter Wyoming Infrared Observatory. This position will work with Professors Hannah Jang-Condell and Chip Kobulnicky and a team of students in support of NASA's planet-finding missions.  Applicants should have a bachelors degree in astronomy or physics or a closely related field. Experience operating an astronomical observatory and familiarity with analyzing astronomical data in a linux environment is desired.   The position is for one year may be renewed for a second year. 

Direct inquiries to Prof. Chip Kobulnicky: [email protected]. 

Apply to job #19005373 at: https://uwyo.taleo.net/careersection/00_ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=19005373&tz=GMT-07%3A00&tzname=America%2FDenver 

Applications completed by April 30 will be given first consideration. 

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation Range
$31,000USD to $42,000USD
Compensation Notes

N/A

Application Details

Publication Start Date
2020 Mar 01
Application Deadline
2020 Apr 30

Inquiries

Name
Henry Kobulnicky
Email
[email protected]