1. By: Shakira Dineshkumar Astronomer

2. Job Description Study the universe and objects in it Study aspects of objects in universe Use physics and math in studies Use problem solving

3. Job Description They create technology for their work Conduct Research They must communicate well with other Astronomers

4. Education Most have a bachelors degree or higher Doctoral degree is common Graduate degree A PhD is necessary for some jobs

5. Additional Training/ Education Postdoctoral research appointment Computer science Reasoning and Near Vision

6. “Do not make yourself low. People will step on your head.” (Yiddish Proverb)

7. The Salary for an Astronomer 2010 annual average is $96,780 2010 hourly wage is $46.53 Working for the government has a higher pay

9. Growth Potential and Career Outlook +16% per year from 2008 to 2018 in Maryland +6% per year in United States Outlook is increasing

10. Related Careers Mathematician Cosmologist Astrophysicist Archaeoastronomer Physicist

11. “Success is a state of mind. If you want success, start thinking of yourself as a success.” (Anonymous)