Jobs

Performs day-to-day technical trades skills in the maintenance, repair, fabrication, and operations of a remote research facility, and perform skilled work in an electrical, mechanical, and HVAC environment.

This position supports and advances the education and public outreach mission of McDonald Observatory and The University of Texas. Develops and delivers materials and content for K12 programs such as Astronomy Field Trips, Distance Learning, Homeschool Days, and Teacher Professional Development Workshops. Conducts evening and daytime programming for visitors, such as guided tours, solar viewing, star parties, and livestream programs for public and private groups. Assists with community activities, special projects, events, and programs on and off-site.

McDonald Observatory is looking for enthusiastic and friendly individuals to serve as Program Assistants at the Frank N. Bash Visitors Center. Share your curiosity, knowledge, and excitement about science with visitors of all ages from across the globe.

This position manages StarDate magazine subscriptions and supports Friends membership activities that advance the education and public outreach mission of McDonald Observatory and The University of Texas at Austin. Subscription processing includes marketing, distribution, gift processing assistance, records management, and member communications. Serving as a primary point of contact for the public, this position provides excellent customer support via phone, email, and in-person engagement. This position also collaborates across observatory teams on marketing, outreach, and program initiatives to grow audiences for astronomy education and outreach.