How to write a telescope time proposal
Proposals win observing time.
6 steps →How-to guides
Astronomer How-To Guides
Step-by-step guides to common astronomer tasks: the practical side of the job.
Common astronomer tasks
Step-by-step overviews of tasks astronomers perform regularly. Use them to understand the job, prepare for training or refresh your memory.
How to reduce raw telescope images
Raw data needs cleaning.
6 steps →How to explain astronomy to the public
Outreach builds support for science.
6 steps →Before you practice
Learn every core task
Our Astronomer training walks through these procedures and more, alongside vocabulary, safety and career-launch lessons.