Observatory Attendant

Observatory Attendant

Observatory Attendant for Astrophysics majors only!

Assist with observation of telescopes for Public Observatory Hours.

Position Information posting number: V

Position Title:

Observatory Attendant Posting Type Student Hours/week Approximately 6 Eligibility Work study preferred but open to all students Semester  Academic Year Location Mendel Science Center Detailed Work Schedule Select one or two nights Monday through Thursday from 8 to 10 p.m. (7 to 9 p.m. after time change). Sign up sheet posted in department. Number of positions: 20 Department: 182-Astronomy and Planetary Science Contact Name:
Kathleen DeMara Contact Phone/Extension:

Position Summary Information

Job Description

Summary:

Observatory Attendant for Astrophysics and Planetary Science classes, or for Astrophysics faculty taught MSE courses. Operate the telescope for the public during Astrophysics Public Observatory hours open to the public.

• Must be Astrophysics major.

Additional Information:
Physical Demands

Summary:

Wage Rate 11.25/HR Posting Detail Information Closing Date (11:59pm ET): 08/01/2027 Open Until Filled Yes

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you currently a registered Villanova student?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you eligible for work study?
  • Yes
  • No
  • I don't know
• * What is your availability? (days and times)

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Have you ever worked on campus before? If “Y”, what department and semester/year?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * I understand that satisfactory attendance in all academic classes is required to maintain student employment at Villanova University.
  • Yes
  • No

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