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We have had this request come through – if you are interested the contact details are below.
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We are hiring astronomers and hoped we can advertise to your members?
The Opportunity:
Calling all astronomy students, amateur astronomers and those interested in the stars!
Do you enjoy talking about the cosmos and would you like a chance to learn how to use a state-of-the-art digital Unistellar telescope? You will meet and work with Unistellar’s Co-Founder and Chief Science Officer, Franck Marchis.
We’re looking for 12 people to join our staff for Piccadilly Un:plugged, an outdoor public art installation as part of the Art of London’s Art After Dark programme with artist Nelly Ben Hayoun Stépanian.
This is a very public-facing role. You will work in pairs, situated around the West End with your telescope for 3 nights in March: Thursday 6th, Friday 7th, Saturday 8th. Your job will be to invite the public to stargaze and talk to them about what they’re seeing.
Requirements:
Basic astronomy knowledge is requested – the digital telescopes will provide you with information about what you are viewing on the screens but we are looking for people who may be able to answer additional questions from the public and provide engaging commentary
No previous telescope handling is required – Unistellar will provide on the job training with their digital telescopes
Must be able to carry approx 10kg in a backpack
Must enjoy talking to strangers from all walks of life
Shift details: must be available for all evenings
Wednesday March 5th 6pm – 7:30pm (training session – paid) Thursday March 6th 6:30pm – 10pm Friday March 7th 6:30pm – 10pm Saturday March 8th 6:30pm – 10pm
Working Location: West End (London)
Dresscode: Please dress for the weather. We will provide a reflective jacket that should go over any warm layers
Fee: London Living Wage £13.85/hr, invoiced at completion of the weekend and paid within 30 days
Please contact jen@new-public.com with your CV and a paragraph about why you would like to be part of Art After Dark!
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