Careers in Astronomy – National Radio Astronomy Observatory

College Selection for Students Interested in a Career in Astronomy

We have answered quite a few questions regarding careers in astronomy over the years through this blog which you…

One example of how one can combine interests in both astronomy and art is to ultimately work in astronomy’s…

Over the years we have answered quite a few questions about careers in astronomy and science in general. Just…

As long as your computer science training included a good amount of math and physical science classes and training,…

I believe that students of Audiology in Communication Science are trained in speech-language pathology and audiology. As radio astronomy…

Most of the engineers that work on radio telescopes have degrees in either mechanical of electrical engineering. Often a…

The National Radio Astronomy Observatory is a facility of the U.S. National Science Foundation operated under cooperative agreement by Associated Universities, Inc.
	Founded in 1956, the NRAO provides state-of-the-art radio telescope facilities for use by the international scientific community. NRAO telescopes are open to all astronomers regardless of institutional or national affiliation. Observing time on NRAO telescopes is available on a competitive basis to qualified scientists after evaluation of research proposals on the basis of scientific merit, the capability of the instruments to do the work, and the availability of the telescope during the requested time. NRAO also provides both formal and informal programs in education and public outreach for teachers, students, the general public, and the media.
	The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) is an independent federal agency created by Congress in 1950 "to promote the progress of science; to advance the national health, prosperity, and welfare; to secure the national defense..."
	AUI collaborates with the scientific community and research sponsors to plan, build, and operate cutting-edge facilities. We cultivate excellence, deliver value, enhance education, and engage the public.