Observe, research, and interpret celestial and astronomical phenomena to increase basic knowledge and apply such information to practical problems.

• Astronomer

• 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.
• Study celestial phenomena, using a variety of ground-based and space-borne telescopes and scientific instruments.
• Teach astronomy or astrophysics.

• 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