Experienced Astronomer Resume Example

Steven Adams

250 Bassett Court,

Chicago Park, CA, 95712

(555)-555-5555

[email]

Summary

An outstanding researcher who has served as the head of research in different notable companies; has published more than 40 research papers and scientific journals, including short abstracts and scientific conference presentations; has won a number of awards from NASA, and from the American Astronomical Society; has collaborated with notable professors at national conventions and workshops across the country.

Professional Experience:

Senior Research Associate, May 2006 – Present

Stanford University, CA

Responsibilities:

• Monitored and documented research works and developments conducted in the laboratory.
• Maintained overall care and restoration of new and old telescopic equipment, machineries and other materials used in the laboratory for experiments.
• Inscribed and converted technical information and maintained a healthy database and logs.
• Performed experiments linking to the stars and also studied their demise and evolution; submitted reports on notable changes in astrological patterns affecting space spatial orientation.
• Wide experience in the measurement and calculations of the magnitude of stars.

Research Associate, February 2002 – May 2006

Ohio State University, OH

Responsibilities:

• Assisted professors in their research and planning activities for students.
• Studied binary stars and their progress in the universe.
• Observed telescope technology advancements, estimated costs and submitted recommendation for purchase and approval to the school board.
• Organized teacher workshops for the state universities in order to promote increased science education.
• Conducted seminar workshops, exhibits and displays, as well as student science weeks to enhance scientific prowess and promote love for learning.

Graduate Student Researcher, December 1998 – January 2002

Columbia University, NY

Responsibilities:

• Monitored and documented research works and developments conducted in the laboratory.
• Maintained overall care and restoration of new and old telescopic equipment, machineries and other materials used in the laboratory for experiments.
• Inscribed and converted technical information and maintained a healthy database and logs.
• Performed experiments linking to the stars and also studied their demise and evolution; submitted reports on notable changes in astrological patterns affecting space spatial orientation.
• Wide experience in the measurement and calculations of the magnitude of stars.

Research Associate, February 2002 – May 2006

Ohio State University, OH

Education

Ph.D. in Modern and Ancient Astronomy

Columbia University, NY , 1997

Masters Degree In Astronomy

Columbia University, NY, 1992

Bachelor of Science in Astronomy

Columbia University, NY 1990

Skills and Certifications

2000 Popular Science Writing Award

2001 Education and Public Outreach Award

2004 NASA Education Group Achievement Award

Proficient with Mac and DOS/Win PCs, including MSWord, MSExcel

Proficiency with laboratory and telescopic cameras, 120+ nights observing experience on large telescopes

Research and data management

Theoretical and analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Affiliations and Organizations

American Astronomical Society (Division for Planetary Sciences), Member

American Geophysical Union (Planetary Sciences Section), Member

The Planetary Society, Member