Astronomical Observatory Education Officer

**About Company**:
SPACE Group of Companies is an amalgamation of Education, Experiences, and Innovation sitting at the cusp of a great scientific revolution. Space has been revolutionising Education and Tourism sector through Astronomy and Space Science while making it accessible to every human on Earth. Space Group’s mission is to impart scientific temperament across the world and has been relentlessly creating world-class content for the best education and experiences. Space is on a pursuit each day to provide the right Education, Equipment, and Ecosystem. Since year 2001, Space has inspired +1.5 Million students and engaged +1,000 schools.

**Profile**:Astronomical Observatory Education Officer**

**Profile Summary**:
SPACE is starting Space Observation and Research Centre (SOAR) at schools in Delhi and NCR. SOAR Centers are state of the art observatories to impart astronomical experience unlike any other to school students and the community at large. The SOAR Education Officer will be responsible for managing the center as well as planning and delivering the associated educational program.
- Plan and deliver the educational curriculum for the SOAR.
- Facilitating observations, astrophotography, research and outreach activities.
- Training students in the equipment, observation techniques, astrophotography and research.
- Organizing webcasts and observation during astronomical events.
- Promote SOAR center activities and students work in social media.
- Coordination with the astronomy community to promote collaboration.
- Maintenance and upkeep of the telescopes and related equipment.
- Keeping records and managing photographs clicked by the telescope.
- Making and submitting reports.
- Representing work done at the SOAR Center at different platforms.

**Job specification**:

- Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in astronomy, astrophysics, or a related field.
- Skills: Strong observational and astrophotography skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with students, faculty members, school management and other stakeholders.
- Experience operating and maintaining telescopes and related equipment.
- Knowledge of astronomy-related software and data analysis tools.
- Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.

**Deliverables at the Job**:
The Astronomical Observatory Manager is expected to deliver on the stated responsibilities in a timely and highly effective manner.

**Working Conditions**:

- The Astronomical Observatory Manager will be required to work evenings and weekends to facilitate observations and astronomy-related events.
- The position may require occasional travel to attend conferences or other events related to astronomy and astrophysics to represent the work done at SOAR Centre.

**You will get priority if you have**:

- Passion and experience in observational astronomy, astrophotography and astronomy outreach.
- Experience in imparting technical training and education.
- Flair for science communication.
- Team working and leadership abilities.

**Skills Required**:

- Knowledge of Astronomy and astrophysics.
- Basic knowledge of operating telescopes and cameras.
- Knowledge and understanding of astronomical observation techniques
- Leadership skills
- Research and data analysis
- Communication and interpersonal skills.
- Teaching and mentoring abilities.
- Event planning and organization.
- Data management.
- Collaboration and networking.
- Presentation and public speaking.
- Writing skills.
- Social media and digital marketing.
- Time management and scheduling.
- Adaptability and flexibility.
- Organizational skills

**Job Category**: Hands-on Astronomy Education

**Job Type**:On Site

**Job Location**: Faridabad

**Experience**: Fresher
- **Why make SPACE a part of your space?**_
- Consistency & Innovation is key and our 23 years of legacy and footprint are evident
- The Market is huge and witnessing the great scientific revolution
- Global Leaders at Grassroots and schools to provides educational content and hands-on experiences
- SPACE being a conglomerate provides ample opportunities for job enrichment and cross-selling. Meanwhile, learning about the diverse environment of all Group of Companies and its operational sectors.
- The perks of networking across prominent and renowned schools
- Networking in Astronomy and Space Community

**Conclusion**:

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**Salary**: ₹25,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Paid time off

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday