Duke University, Physics
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Program Description
Observation Assistant will work with instructor to design, manage, and conduct small-group observation activities at the Duke Teaching Observatory. Duties include: - Organize students into small teams of 4-5 students, grouped into three weekdays for observing sessions - Train each team on using telescopes (on campus) - Help instructor to design seasonally appropriate observation plans and schedules taking into consideration academic calendar, moon phases, visible stars, transient events, and weather - Organize transportation to observatory and back for students using mode of transport to be determined - Monitor student work onsite, help overcome telescope malfunctions/user errors. Advise and instruct on device use and relevant astronomy - Collect and grade student lab reports PHY134 students conduct small-group lab activities at Duke Teaching Observatory. Managing ~20 students in dark, cold, outdoors requires help onsite, and organizational/logistic aspects of this take time as well. What is needed is a student well-versed in using the telescopes we use. Given the large enrollment this term, it will not be possible to offer the lab experience at the observatory without assistance. Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Application Materials Required:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
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