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# Tasks & work activities — astronomer
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Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 19-2011.00 (Astronomers).
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## Task statements
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- **[Core]** Review scientific proposals and research papers.
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- **[Core]** Serve on professional panels and committees.
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- **[Core]** Mentor graduate students and junior colleagues.
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- **[Core]** Supervise students' research on celestial and astronomical phenomena.
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- **[Core]** Conduct question-and-answer presentations on astronomy topics with public audiences.
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- **[Core]** Study celestial phenomena, using a variety of ground-based and space-borne telescopes and scientific instruments.
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- **[Core]** Analyze research data to determine its significance, using computers.
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- **[Core]** Present research findings at scientific conferences and in papers written for scientific journals.
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- **[Core]** Measure radio, infrared, gamma, and x-ray emissions from extraterrestrial sources.
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- **[Core]** Develop theories based on personal observations or on observations and theories of other astronomers.
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- **[Core]** Raise funds for scientific research.
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- **[Core]** Collaborate with other astronomers to carry out research projects.
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- **[Core]** Develop instrumentation and software for astronomical observation and analysis.
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- **[Core]** Teach astronomy or astrophysics.
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- **[Core]** Develop and modify astronomy-related programs for public presentation.
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- **[Core]** Calculate orbits and determine sizes, shapes, brightness, and motions of different celestial bodies.
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- **[Supplemental]** Direct the operations of a planetarium.
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## Detailed work activities
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- Advise students on academic or career matters.
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- Analyze operational or research data.
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- Apply mathematical principles or statistical approaches to solve problems in scientific or applied fields.
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- Collaborate on research activities with scientists or technical specialists.
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- Develop software or applications for scientific or technical use.
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- Develop theories or models of physical phenomena.
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- Direct scientific activities.
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- Instruct college students in physical or life sciences.
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- Measure environmental characteristics.
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- Measure radiation levels.
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- Prepare proposals or grant applications to obtain project funding.
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- Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.
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- Provide technical information or assistance to public.
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- Review professional literature to maintain professional knowledge.
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- Serve on institutional or departmental committees.
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- Supervise student research or internship work.
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- Support the professional development of others.
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