Laboratory Research Assistant (temporary, part-time)

UMass Lowell
📍 Lowell, Massachusetts, United States 💼 Staff Part Time 🕒 Posted June 19, 2026

Job Description

General Summary of Position:

Laboratory assistant working in radio astronomy laboratory on NASA ASTHROS balloon mission pointing modes definition. 


Minimum Qualifications:

  • Previous demonstrated experience working on ASTHROS balloon mission pointing modes.

  • Familiarity with the ASTHROS balloon mission, suborbital astrophysics and THz astronomy observing techniques.

  • BS or BA in Physics or a related field. 
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    Job Details

    • Location Lowell, Massachusetts
    • Job Type Staff Part Time
    • Category Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians
    • Posted Date June 19, 2026
    • Application Deadline July 29, 2026