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The Lowell Observatory team consists of more than 100 dedicated and passionate individuals who carry out our mission of scientific discovery and outreach. Lowell team members don’t just work at Lowell—they are Lowell.

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Available Positions

Whether you're here to learn from us or dive into groundbreaking research, you're in for an unforgettable adventure! From interactive exhibits to awe-inspiring stargazing nights, every corner of the Lowell Observatory is a gateway to discovery.

VISITOR EXPERIENCE SHIFT SUPERVISOR

Full time

As a Visitor Experience Shift Supervisor, you'll be the person who sets the tone for the Guest experience at Lowell Observatory, leading a passionate front-line team to deliver exceptional service…

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ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

Full-Time

The Electrical Engineer (EE) position is part of Lowell Observatory's Technology Department.The Electrical Engineer designs and buildstelescope, subsystem, and facility electronicshardware; and supports installation and test of such hardware. Work…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What format should my application be in?

Unless otherwise stated in the job description, all positions require the following documents to be submitted:

Lowell Application
Resume/CV
Letter of Interest (addressing your qualifications)
Contact Information for 3 Professional References

The application form is linked below.

Lowell Application (PDF)

What benefits do you offer?

Full-Time positions (30-40 hours per week) – Lowell Observatory provides 11 scheduled paid holidays, 3 weeks of sick pay, and a Flexible Paid Time Off policy, giving you the flexibility to rest and recharge.
Benefits include Retirement, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability coverage. The company covers the majority of employee medical, life, and long-term disability premiums, as well as 50% of dependent medical coverage.
After six months of employment, employees are eligible for up to a 5% match on retirement plan contributions.

Part-Time positions (up to 29 hours a week average) – Part-time employees will receive sick time accrual according to AZ state law. After 6 months of employment, part-time employees are eligible to participate in a 1%-5% match if they contribute 1%-5% or more to their retirement plan, and will receive 2 paid personal days per year.

Can I volunteer?

Yes! Please visit lowell.edu/volunteer for more information and to fill out an application form.