O*NET-SOC 19-2011.00

Astronomers

Observe, research, and interpret astronomical phenomena to increase basic knowledge or apply such information to practical problems.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3

Analyze research data to determine its significance, using computers.Core7525
Present research findings at scientific conferences and in papers written for scientific journals.Core7526
Study celestial phenomena, using a variety of ground-based and space-borne telescopes and scientific instruments.Core7524
Collaborate with other astronomers to carry out research projects.Core7530
Mentor graduate students and junior colleagues.Core21171
Supervise students' research on celestial and astronomical phenomena.Core21172
Teach astronomy or astrophysics.Core7532
Develop theories based on personal observations or on observations and theories of other astronomers.Core7528
Measure radio, infrared, gamma, and x-ray emissions from extraterrestrial sources.Core7527
Develop instrumentation and software for astronomical observation and analysis.Core7531
Review scientific proposals and research papers.Core20049
Raise funds for scientific research.Core7529
Develop and modify astronomy-related programs for public presentation.Core7533
Serve on professional panels and committees.Core20050
Calculate orbits and determine sizes, shapes, brightness, and motions of different celestial bodies.Core7534
Conduct question-and-answer presentations on astronomy topics with public audiences.Core21173
Direct the operations of a planetarium.Supplemental7535

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 38 examples in 12 categories, 15 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Development environment software

Abstraction plus reference plus synthesis A++
CHot TechnologyIn Demand
Formula translation/translator FORTRAN
Interface definition language IDL
National Instruments LabVIEW
Software development tools

Analytical or scientific software

Adaptive optics AO simulation software
Analyze
Astronomical Image Processing for Windows AIP4WIN
Astronomical Image Processing System AIPS
Astronomical information processing system AIPS++
Data reduction software
Diffraction Limited MaxIm DL
European Southern Observatory Munich Image Data Analysis System ESO-MIDAS
IBM SPSS StatisticsHot Technology
MSB Software Astroart
Multipurpose Interactive Image Processing System MIIPS
SASHot Technology
Software Bisque CCDSoft
Starcal
The MathWorks MATLABHot TechnologyIn Demand
Visual Numerics PV-WAVE

Data base management system software

Apache HadoopHot Technology

Graphics or photo imaging software

Avis Fits Viewer
IRIS

Object or component oriented development software

C++Hot TechnologyIn Demand
Fortran
Oracle JavaHot Technology
PythonHot TechnologyIn Demand
RHot Technology

Operating system software

LinuxHot Technology

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft ExcelHot Technology

Office suite software

Microsoft Office softwareHot Technology

Presentation software

Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology

Word processing software

Microsoft WordHot Technology

Data base user interface and query software

Spectroscopy databases
Structured query language SQLHot Technology

Internet browser software

Web browser software

Detailed Work Activities

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Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

Measure environmental characteristics.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information

Measure radiation levels.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Analyzing Data or Information

Apply mathematical principles or statistical approaches to solve problems in scientific or applied fields.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 5 of 10 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- Augments 9
- Informs 1
- Data scientistsickn33/antigravity-awesome-skills910 installsAugments
  Gen Agent Trust Hub Pass
  Runlayer Pass
  Snyk Pass
  Socket Pass
  ZeroLeaks Pass
- Statistics fundamentalsjoellewis/finance_skills815 installsAugments
  Gen Agent Trust Hub Pass
  Runlayer Pass
  Snyk Pass
  Socket Pass
  ZeroLeaks Pass
- Scipy best practicesmindrally/skills1,005 installsAugments
  Gen Agent Trust Hub Pass
  Runlayer Warn
  Snyk Pass
  Socket Pass
  ZeroLeaks Pass
- Cro chief revenue officerclaudeskills.infoAugments
- hypogenick-dense-ai/scientific-agent-skills1,937 installsAugments
  Gen Agent Trust Hub Pass
  Snyk Pass
  Socket Pass
  ZeroLeaks Pass
Analyze operational or research data.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
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Thinking Creatively

Develop software or applications for scientific or technical use.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Develop theories or models of physical phenomena.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

Review professional literature to maintain professional knowledge.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Documenting/Recording Information

Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Prepare proposals or grant applications to obtain project funding.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Collaborate on research activities with scientists or technical specialists.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Communicating with People Outside the Organization

Provide technical information or assistance to public.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Developing and Building Teams

Support the professional development of others.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Training and Teaching Others

Instruct college students in physical or life sciences.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

Supervise student research or internship work.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Serve on institutional or departmental committees.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Direct scientific activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Providing Consultation and Advice to Others

Advise students on academic or career matters.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Five: Extensive Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

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Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill1 of 17

Distinct tools10

Level mix

Augments 9
Informs 1

Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.