Astronomy Lab and Research Specialist (Staff Wage)
About the role
The successful applicant will lead ground-based transit photometry and Speckle Imaging During Eclipse analyses and will analyze all existing Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS) data for designated targets.
Responsibilities
- Lead ground-based transit photometry and Speckle Imaging During Eclipse analyses
- Analyze all existing TESS data for designated targets
- Prioritize experience in these areas, particularly with the Speckle Imaging During Eclipse technique
Requirements
This is a wage position which is not eligible for leave or other benefits and is limited to 1500 hours of work in a year.
Qualifications
- Education: bachelor's degree
- Experience: None
- Licensure: None
Skills
N/A
Benefits
N/A
Pay
Wage position, not eligible for leave or other benefits, limited to 1500 hours of work in a year.
Schedule
Primarily sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. Occasional travel required.
Contact Information
To apply, please submit an application online at https://jobs.virginia.edu and attach a current CV/Resume. Search on requisition number: R0085014. Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website. Questions related to the application process may be directed to Keith Johnson, HR Specialist at fkj2t@virginia.edu.
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