Part-time Research Associate - Astronomy Department

Penn State

University Park, PA, US
Base: $41.31ph; bonus/equity: not specified; benef...
Hybrid
Diffraction gratings for ultraviolet spectroscopy
Electron-beam lithography at materials research institute
Silicon pore gratings research management
Penn State is seeking a part-time Research Associate in the Astronomy Department, specifically for the Astronomy Rocket Lab. The position requires a Ph.D. in Physics or Astrophysics, along with 1-2 years of experience, and offers a flexible hybrid work schedule

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, including electron-beam lithography.
  • The starting rate for this job is $41.31 per hour with expected hours of approximately 8 hours per week.

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Penn State is seeking a part-time Research Associate in the Astronomy Department, specifically for the Astronomy Rocket Lab. The position requires a Ph.D. in Physics or Astrophysics, along with 1-2 years of experience, and offers a flexible hybrid work schedule.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • diffraction gratings for ultraviolet spectroscopy
  • electron-beam lithography at Materials Research Institute
  • silicon pore gratings research management

Nice-to-have

  • graduate student mentoring experience
  • collaborative research environment
  • consultation skills in astrophysics

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Physics, Astrophysics, or related field
  • Minimum 1-2 years of prior experience required
  • Successful completion of background checks

Work Rights

Not specified

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