The zodiac got its start thousands of years ago with Babylonian astronomers.

Today's Wonder of the Day takes a closer look at the zodiac! Founded in 1919, the IAU is the world's largest professional body for astronomers.Have you ever heard people refer to themselves as Capricorns or Scorpios? If you've ever WONDERed what in the world they were talking about, read on. The IAU also serves as the internationally recognised authority for assigning designations to celestial bodies and the surface features on them. Its mission is to promote and safeguard astronomy in all its aspects, including research, communication, education and development, through international cooperation. The IAU is the international astronomical organisation that brings together more than 12 000 active professional astronomers from more than 100 countries worldwide. This is a contract position for three years, with the possibility of renewal subject to performance.Īpplicants should send a cover letter and CV (of maximum length four pages), including the contact details of at least three referees, by email to the IAU OAO Deputy Director, Kelly Blumenthal ( The deadline for applications is 1 July 2023 (23:59 JST). The successful candidate will be appointed according to the normal conditions of service of NAOJ employees. Experience or working knowledge of the Japanese language is advantageous.Willingness to travel regionally and intercontinentally.Skills in written, visual and verbal communication.An honours degree or equivalent in astronomy or a closely related field.Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills while working in multicultural teams.Good computer skills (including use of Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace), knowledge of design tools (such as Photoshop, Indesign, Illustrator), and willingness to learn new ones.Experience of working and communicating with astronomical and/or outreach/education communities.Experience of managing international projects.Candidates should meet the following requirements: The International Outreach Officer will provide essential support to the IAU OAO activities. The OAO is engaged in supporting local and global astronomy events while building networks to disseminate information to amateur astronomy and public outreach communities. The OAO is a hub for coordinating public outreach activities related to astronomy around the world, with a mission of making information about our Universe more accessible to everyone. The position is full time and will be based at the OAO, which is located at the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan ( NAOJ), Mitaka Campus, Tokyo, Japan. The IAU Office for Astronomy Outreach ( OAO) is seeking a motivated individual to join as International Outreach Officer.

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