Part-time Research Associate - Astronomy Department

Penn State

University Park, PA, US
Base: $41.31ph; bonus/equity: not specified; benef...
Hybrid
Experience with diffraction gratings
Knowledge of ultraviolet spectroscopy
Consultation on x-ray spectroscopy
Penn State's Astronomy Department is seeking a part-time Research Associate with a Ph.D. in Physics or a related field and at least 1-2 years of experience. The position involves research assistance related to diffraction gratings for spectroscopy, with an expected commitment of approximately 8 hours per week

Job Summary

  • The Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics at Penn State has an immediate part-time opening for a researcher working in the Astronomy Rocket Lab.
  • Job duties include research assistance and consultation on diffraction gratings for ultraviolet and X-ray spectroscopy.
  • The selected candidate will report to Dr. James Tutt and Dr. Fabien Grisé.

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Penn State's Astronomy Department is seeking a part-time Research Associate with a Ph.D. in Physics or a related field and at least 1-2 years of experience. The position involves research assistance related to diffraction gratings for spectroscopy, with an expected commitment of approximately 8 hours per week.

Salary

Base: $41.31/hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • experience with diffraction gratings
  • knowledge of ultraviolet spectroscopy
  • consultation on X-ray spectroscopy

Nice-to-have

  • ability to mentor graduate students
  • experience with electron-beam lithography
  • support for research management

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Physics or Astrophysics
  • 1-2 years of prior experience
  • approximately 8 hours/week availability

Work Rights

Not specified

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