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Lowell Observatory Massive Stars Undergraduate Research Assistant in Flagstaff, Arizona
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POSITION DESCRIPTION
MASSIVE STARS UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Temporary Position - June-August 2024
Lowell Observatory Research Assistants perform research in support of Lowell scientists. This position will be supervised
by Dr. Phil Massey.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The research assistant will work in collaboration with Dr. Massey on scientific research projects involving:
? Modeling the spectra of Wolf-Rayet stars.
? Interpreting the results using evolutionary models.
? Preparing the work for publication.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPECTATIONS
The Research Assistant is expected to work independently on scientific projects in close coordination with Dr. Massey.
They must be able to prioritize objectives and tasks, set schedules, and complete agreed-upon research tasks within
deadlines.
The position is expected to be a part time temporary position lasting approximately for the summer of 2024. The
Research Assistant will have flexibility in deciding the scheduling of hours and tasks in any given week.
Applicants should describe in their cover letter relevant prior experience. Familiarity in programming with Python and
similar languages is needed. Prior experience in working on science-related projects, especially as a lead, is a plus.
The Research Assistant will be expected to reflect the professional and collegial environment that the Observatory and
the research group strive to maintain.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Minimum requirements for this position are to be well advanced towards obtaining a bachelors degree in physics and
astrophysics, and to have completed course work in an advanced undergraduate class covering stellar atmospheres and
stellar evolution, such as NAUs AST 391.
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WORKING CONDITIONS
The Research Assistant will work at a computer, potentially sitting for extended periods of time. It will be necessary to
move through the Flagstaff campus at 7,000 elevation, sometimes on uneven terrain. Occasional out of town travel
may be needed to present results at scientific meetings or to participate in observing.
Status: Part-Time/Temporary
Term: Summer 2024 (with possibility of extension if necessary)
Compensation: \$20-\$23/hour
Hours: 20-40 per week
FLSA Classification: Hourly, Non-Exempt
Benefit Eligible: See Below*
Location: Flagstaff, Lowell Observatorys Mars Hill Campus and Northern Arizona University
To Apply: Please send the following documents to sciencejobs@lowell.edu
? Short Application (www.lowell.edu/careers)
? Resume
? Letter of interest
? Phone numbers and e-mail addresses of three references
The deadline to apply is April 18th, 2024.
*Temporary employees will receive sick time accrual according to AZ state law. After 6 months of employment, temporary
employees are eligible to participate in a 5% match if they contribute 5% or more to their retirement plan, as well as 2 paid personal
days per year.
Employment is subject to passing a background check
Lowell Observatory is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative-action employer. We are committed to equal employment
opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender
identity, or Veteran status. Lowell Observatory has always been, and always will be, committed to diversity and inclusion. We seek individuals from
all backgrounds to join our teams, and we encourage our employees to bring their authentic, original, and best selves to work.
Lowell Observatory sits at the base of mountains sacred to tribes throughout the region. We honor their past, present, and future generations, who
have lived here for millennia and will forever call this place home.
Lowell Observatory is committed to providing access, and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employ-
ment for individuals with disabilities. Our non-smoking campus is at an elevation of 7,200ft/2200m, and the LDT is 40 miles south of Flagstaff at an
elevation of 7,800 ft/2370m. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Human
Resources office for assistance.
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