Observe, research, and interpret astronomical phenomena to increase basic knowledge or apply such information to practical problems.
- Professor
- Astronomer
- Astronomy Professor
- Research Scientist
- Associate Professor
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- Physics and Astronomy Professor
- Scientist
- Assistant Professor
- Astrophysicist
- Lunar and Planetary Institute Director
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- Analyze research data to determine its significance, using computers.
- Calculate orbits and determine sizes, shapes, brightness, and motions of different celestial bodies.
- Collaborate with other astronomers to carry out research projects.
- Develop and modify astronomy-related programs for public presentation.
- Develop instrumentation and software for astronomical observation and analysis.
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- Analyze research data to determine its significance, using computers.
- Calculate orbits and determine sizes, shapes, brightness, and motions of different celestial bodies.
- Collaborate with other astronomers to carry out research projects.
- Develop and modify astronomy-related programs for public presentation.
- Develop instrumentation and software for astronomical observation and analysis.
- Develop theories based on personal observations or on observations and theories of other astronomers.
- Direct the operations of a planetarium.
- Measure radio, infrared, gamma, and x-ray emissions from extraterrestrial sources.
- Present research findings at scientific conferences and in papers written for scientific journals.
- Raise funds for scientific research.
- Review scientific proposals and research papers.
- Serve on professional panels and committees.
- Study celestial phenomena, using a variety of ground-based and space-borne telescopes and scientific instruments.
- Teach astronomy or astrophysics.
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- adhere to safety procedures
- advise clients or customers
- advise governmental or industrial personnel
- analyze scientific research data or investigative findings
- classify plants, animals, or other natural phenomena
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- adhere to safety procedures
- advise clients or customers
- advise governmental or industrial personnel
- analyze scientific research data or investigative findings
- classify plants, animals, or other natural phenomena
- collect scientific or technical data
- collect statistical data
- communicate technical information
- conduct field research or investigative studies
- conduct nuclear research
- conduct research into the relationship between time or space
- conduct research on astronomical phenomenon
- confer with research personnel
- confer with scientists
- design equipment, apparatus, or instruments for scientific research
- develop or maintain databases
- develop plans for programs or projects
- develop scientific or mathematical hypotheses, theories, or laws
- develop tables depicting data
- direct and coordinate activities of workers or staff
- direct and coordinate scientific research or investigative studies
- explain complex mathematical information
- forecast or predict phenomena based upon research data
- identify positions of celestial bodies for navigational purposes
- maintain records, reports, or files
- make decisions
- make presentations
- perform statistical analysis in physical science or geological research
- plan scientific research or investigative studies
- prepare reports
- prepare technical reports or related documentation
- present research papers or dissertations on physical science issues
- record test results, test procedures, or inspection data
- resolve engineering or science problems
- use computers to enter, access or retrieve data
- use knowledge of investigation techniques
- use library or online Internet research techniques
- use mathematical or statistical methods to identify or analyze problems
- use physical science research techniques
- use quantitative research methods
- use relational database software
- use scientific research methodology
- use spreadsheet software
- use teaching techniques
- use word processing or desktop publishing software
- write research or project grant proposals
- write scholarly or technical research papers
- Naval Observatory Officer (Navy - Commissioned or Warrant Officer)
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