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Astronomers
SOC 19-2011.00
Observe, research, and interpret astronomical phenomena to increase basic knowledge or apply such information to practical problems.
8
Skills
8
Knowledge
5
Job Zone
No
Green
Top Skills 8
Science
4.2
Reading Comprehension
4.1
Critical Thinking
4.1
Active Learning
4.1
Writing
4.0
Mathematics
4.0
Active Listening
3.9
Speaking
3.9
Knowledge Areas 8
Physics
5.0
Mathematics
4.9
Computers and Electronics
4.4
English Language
3.9
Education and Training
3.5
Engineering and Technology
3.3
Chemistry
3.1
Administration and Management
2.6
Key Tasks
1Study celestial phenomena, using a variety of ground-based and space-borne telescopes
and scientific instruments.
2Analyze research data to determine its significance, using computers.
3Develop theories based on personal observations or on observations and theories of
other astronomers.
4Collaborate with other astronomers to carry out research projects.
5Present research findings at scientific conferences and in papers written for
scientific journals.
Also Known As
Analytical Sciences Director
Assistant Professor
Associate Professor
Astronomer
Astronomy Department Chair
Astronomy Professor
Astrophysicist
Data Sciences Director
Institute Director
Institute Scientist
Tools & Equipment
Atomic absorption AA spectroscopes
Automated telescopes
Ball mills
Baseband recorders
Charge-coupled device CCD imagers
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