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Student Telescope Operator - Institutional Student Worker
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Student Telescope Operator - Institutional Student Worker
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Location: UNG-Dahlonega, GA
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Part‑Time
Job ID: 288465
Job Summary The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for student telescope operators at the North Georgia Astronomical Observatory for the 2025/2026 academic year. Telescope operators will assist with public observing and telescope viewing sessions, public outreach events, and UNG student laboratory exercises. Operators are expected to plan nightly target lists, safely operate the facility's telescopes, and interact with the general public during tours of the facility and night sky.
Responsibilities
Monitor weather conditions before and during observing sessions.
Prepare dome rooms for viewing sessions.
Operate the facility's two state‑of‑the‑art telescopes and fleet of portable telescopes.
Interact with the general public in the viewing lab and at the telescope.
Troubleshoot minor problems with the telescope control system.
Maintain a presentable viewing laboratory.
Promote laboratory safety to ensure a safe working environment for staff and guests.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Basic knowledge of bright stars, constellations, planets, and deep‑sky objects, and comfort interacting with community members of all ages.
Ability to work as part of a larger team is essential.
Required Qualifications
Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia in a minimum of six (6) credit hours to qualify as a student worker.
Preferred Qualifications
Introductory astronomy coursework (ASTR 1010, 1020, or 3150) is preferred.
Prior experience operating small telescopes is advantageous.
Required Documents to Attach
Resume
Cover letter
Background Check Position of Trust
Other Information This role is considered a position of trust.
Conditions of Employment Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre‑employment drug test.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.
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Student Telescope Operator - Institutional Student Worker
role at
Inside Higher Ed
Location: UNG-Dahlonega, GA
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Part‑Time
Job ID: 288465
Job Summary The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for student telescope operators at the North Georgia Astronomical Observatory for the 2025/2026 academic year. Telescope operators will assist with public observing and telescope viewing sessions, public outreach events, and UNG student laboratory exercises. Operators are expected to plan nightly target lists, safely operate the facility's telescopes, and interact with the general public during tours of the facility and night sky.
Responsibilities
Monitor weather conditions before and during observing sessions.
Prepare dome rooms for viewing sessions.
Operate the facility's two state‑of‑the‑art telescopes and fleet of portable telescopes.
Interact with the general public in the viewing lab and at the telescope.
Troubleshoot minor problems with the telescope control system.
Maintain a presentable viewing laboratory.
Promote laboratory safety to ensure a safe working environment for staff and guests.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Basic knowledge of bright stars, constellations, planets, and deep‑sky objects, and comfort interacting with community members of all ages.
Ability to work as part of a larger team is essential.
Required Qualifications
Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia in a minimum of six (6) credit hours to qualify as a student worker.
Preferred Qualifications
Introductory astronomy coursework (ASTR 1010, 1020, or 3150) is preferred.
Prior experience operating small telescopes is advantageous.
Required Documents to Attach
Resume
Cover letter
Background Check Position of Trust
Other Information This role is considered a position of trust.
Conditions of Employment Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre‑employment drug test.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.
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