Observatory Attendant at Villanova University – Villanova, Pennsylvania

Villanova University
Observatory Attendant

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Position Information Posting Number:20255729VPosition Title:Observatory AttendantPosting TypeStudentHours/week:Approximately 6Eligibility:Work study preferred but open to all studentsSemester2025-2026 Academic YearLocation Mendel Science CenterDetailed Work ScheduleSelect one or two nights Monday through Thursday from 8 to 10 p.m. ( 7 to 9 p.m. after time change). Sign up sheet posted in department.Number of positions:20Department:182-Astronomy and Planetary ScienceContact Name:Kathleen DeMaraContact Phone/Extension:6105194820 Position Summary Information Job Description Summary:Observatory Attendant for Astrophysics and Planetary Science classes, or for Astrophysics faculty taught MSE courses. Operate the telescope for the public during Astrophysics Public Observatory hours open to the publicRequirements:

• Must be Astrophysics major.

Additional Information:Physical Demands Summary:Wage Rate:11.25/HR Posting Detail Information Closing Date (11:59pm ET):Open Until FilledYesPosting Specific Questions

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1. * Are you currently a registered Villanova student?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Are you eligible for work study?
   • Yes
   • No
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3. * What is your availability? (days and times)

   (Open Ended Question)

4. * Have you ever worked on campus before? If “Y”, what department and semester/year?

   (Open Ended Question)

5. * I understand that satisfactory attendance in all academic classes is required to maintain student employment at Villanova University.
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   • No

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