Shares responsibility for show scheduling and presentation of knowledgeable and enthusiastic planetarium and outreach programs with other staff. Cultivates public interest in the planetarium and serves as a resource to the education community at large. Serves as primary administrative backup to the director and as a member of the planetarium service team to insure facilities are well maintained and operational. Requires a Master's degree in Astronomy, Physical Science or Science Education, and two years of related experience, a valid drivers license and satisfactory driving record permitting insurability under the University motor vehicle insurance carrier. Candidate must be able to clearly express oneself and convey often highly technical and complicated information in a clear and concise manner understandable to the average person.
Position is subject to loud noise, more than average mechanical, laser and electrical hazard.
Candidates must have a working knowledge of astronomy, personal computing and familiarity with instructional media and distance education. Candidate must have operational understanding of Spitz 1024 Projection, ATM4, Immersavision and AVI laser. Candidate must have a police record check. Arthur Street, Louisville, Kentucky 40208-2770. A university employment application must be completed.