Astronomer in Residence Program

Astronomer in Residence Program

Program Description: Grand Canyon Conservancy's Astronomer in Residence Program invites astronomers, scientists, educators, and communicators to live on-site at Grand Canyon National Park for 4-10 weeks to share knowledge about dark skies and astronomy with visitors through presentations, hands-on activities, constellation tours, and citizen science projects.

Geographic Scope: Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona, US (International Dark Sky Park)

Focus Areas:

Dark sky conservation and education

Astronomy and space science communication

Light pollution awareness and advocacy

Celestial observation and interpretation

Connecting visitors to the night sky as a natural, cultural, and historic resource

Public engagement through astronomy talks, constellation tours, telescope viewing, and hands-on activities

What We Look For:

Experienced scientists, researchers, and/or educators enthusiastic about working with the public

Expertise in:

- Darkness and dark skies
- Astronomy
- Related fields of study

Dark sky advocacy background

Research experience

Demonstrable ability to engage the public effectively

Both amateur and professional astronomers welcome

What We Provide:

Free accommodation at Grand Canyon National Park

Weekly stipend

Travel subsidy

Staff support with program development and execution

Program supply reimbursement

Marketing exposure

Opportunities to work with K-12 students

Ongoing opportunities as alumni to stay involved in nationwide network

Program Structure:

3 Astronomers in Residence selected annually through competitive application process

Residency duration: 4-10 weeks

Selection based on contributions to dark sky advocacy, research experience, and public engagement ability

Contact Information:

Clover Morell, Senior Residency Program Manager

Dennis Alvarez, Residency Program Logistics Coordinator

Erin Gardner, Residency Program Administrative Coordinator

Email: residency@grandcanyon.org

Phone: (800) 858-2808

Mailing Address:
Grand Canyon Conservancy
PO Box 399
Grand Canyon, AZ 86023

Organization: Grand Canyon Conservancy (501(c)(3) nonprofit, EIN #86-0179548)
Official philanthropic and collaborative partner of Grand Canyon National Park