Institute for Scientist & Engineer Educators (ISEE)

at University of California Observatories

Partnering with observatories to build a workforce for science, technology development, and operations

The Institute for Scientist & Engineer Educators (ISEE) creates programs that strengthen the observatory workforce—from college students to professionals. Our initiatives develop essential skills, foster collaboration, and build lasting communities to support the design, instrumentation, operation, and discovery missions of observatories and their affiliated science communities.

AstroTech

Advancing Astronomy Instrument Builders

2024 AstroTech participants working

Akamai Workforce Initiative

Advancing the next generation of Hawaii’s science, engineering, and technology professionals

Professional Development Program

Advancing early-career professionals to be leaders in STEM education and mentoring

The Institute for Scientist & Engineer Educators (ISEE) is part of University of California Observatories
https://uc-isee.org

​Contact Us

Lisa Hunter,
ISEE Director

lhunter@ucsc.edu