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The Associate Astronomer learns about matter and energy in the universe by employing knowledge of physics and mathmatics. Their role is to create and verify scientific theories, review data, and write research papers. Their responsibilities are to supervise the general performance, characterization, maintenance and operation of the facility instrumentation, update and maintain staff and user documentation, coordinate engineering activities in support of improvements to instrumentation, maintain and improve all aspects of wavefront sensing, analyze telescope performance data, and conduct independent astronomical research.

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  • Doctor of Philosophy (PH.D.) in Astronomy
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    Avg. Duration:30 monthsAvg. Fees:$31,959Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor of Arts (b.a.) in Biology - Animal Behavior
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$34,334Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Master of Science (m.sc.) in Physics
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    Avg. Duration:15 monthsAvg. Fees:$27,568Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor of Science (b.sc.) in Physics
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$34,255Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor Degree in Mathematics
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$32,416Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
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11.2 years
$44K
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4.51 years
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