Posted August 13, 2026
Observatory Attendant
Villanova University
Villanova, Pennsylvania, United States 19085
Full Time
Reference: 286444134
Villanova University
Observatory Attendant
Posting Details
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Position Information
| Posting Number: | 20260321V |
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| Position Title: | Observatory Attendant |
| Posting Type | Student |
| Hours/week: | Approximately 6 |
| Eligibility: | Work study preferred but open to all students |
| Semester | 2026-2027 Academic Year |
| Location | Mendel Science Center |
| Detailed Work Schedule | Select 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: | 20 |
| Department: | 182-Astronomy and Planetary Science |
| Contact Name: | Kathleen DeMara |
| Contact 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 public |
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| Wage Rate: | 11.25/HR |
Posting Detail Information
| Closing Date (11:59pm ET): | 08/01/2027 |
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| Open Until Filled | Yes |
Posting Specific Questions
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- * Are you currently a registered Villanova student?
- Yes
- No
- * Are you eligible for work study?
- Yes
- No
- I don't know
- * What is your availability? (days and times)
(Open Ended Question)
- * Have you ever worked on campus before? If “Y”, what department and semester/year?
(Open Ended Question)
- * I understand that satisfactory attendance in all academic classes is required to maintain student employment at Villanova University.
- Yes
- No
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