Astronomers
SOC: 19-2011.00 · Job Zone 5 (Extensive preparation)
Observe, research, and interpret astronomical phenomena to increase basic knowledge or apply such information to practical problems.
Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$132,170
per year
Mean Wage
$134,430
per year
Employment
2K
workers
Wage Range
$70,730 - $191,880
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
Task Breakdown
14 tasks analyzed
Study celestial phenomena, using a variety of ground-based and space-borne telescopes and scientific instruments.
Analyze research data to determine its significance, using computers.
Develop theories based on personal observations or on observations and theories of other astronomers.
Collaborate with other astronomers to carry out research projects.
Present research findings at scientific conferences and in papers written for scientific journals.
Raise funds for scientific research.
Measure radio, infrared, gamma, and x-ray emissions from extraterrestrial sources.
Teach astronomy or astrophysics.
Develop instrumentation and software for astronomical observation and analysis.
Review scientific proposals and research papers.
Serve on professional panels and committees.
Develop and modify astronomy-related programs for public presentation.
Calculate orbits and determine sizes, shapes, brightness, and motions of different celestial bodies.
Direct the operations of a planetarium.
| Task | Category | AI Capability | Risk Score | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Study celestial phenomena, using a variety of ground-based and space-borne telescopes and scientific instruments. | - | - | - | |
| Analyze research data to determine its significance, using computers. | - | - | - | |
| Develop theories based on personal observations or on observations and theories of other astronomers. | - | - | - | |
| Collaborate with other astronomers to carry out research projects. | - | - | - | |
| Present research findings at scientific conferences and in papers written for scientific journals. | - | - | - | |
| Raise funds for scientific research. | - | - | - | |
| Measure radio, infrared, gamma, and x-ray emissions from extraterrestrial sources. | - | - | - | |
| Teach astronomy or astrophysics. | - | - | - | |
| Develop instrumentation and software for astronomical observation and analysis. | - | - | - | |
| Review scientific proposals and research papers. | - | - | - | |
| Serve on professional panels and committees. | - | - | - | |
| Develop and modify astronomy-related programs for public presentation. | - | - | - | |
| Calculate orbits and determine sizes, shapes, brightness, and motions of different celestial bodies. | - | - | - | |
| Direct the operations of a planetarium. | - | - | - |
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