More jobs:
Astronomer
Job in
Northampton, Hampshire County, Massachusetts, 01061, USA
Listed on 2026-06-18
Listing for:
Bucks Skills Hub
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-18
Job specializations:
-
Science
Research Scientist
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Astronomers study the origin and structure of the universe, including its planets, stars, galaxies and black holes.
Working environmentYou could work in an observatory, in a laboratory, at a university or visit sites.
Your working environment may be outdoors some of the time and you may spend nights away from home.
Working hours39 to 41 hours irregular
When you could workevenings / weekends / bank holidays (away from home)
Skills you'll need- maths knowledge
- knowledge of physics
- analytical thinking skills
- science skills
- the ability to use your initiative
- the ability to think clearly using logic and reasoning
- concentration skills---edit new-new
- to have a thorough understanding of computer systems and applications
You can get into this job through a university course.
Career path and progression- You'll usually start as a post-doctoral researcher before moving on to permanent posts that can lead to becoming a professor.
- You can transfer your science skills across lots of careers and sectors, for example:aerospace research and development; satellite research and development; systems analysis; software engineering; teaching and lecturing; science communication; finance
To View & Apply for jobs on this site that accept applications from your location or country, tap the button below to make a Search.
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).
Search for further Jobs Here:
×