Reference Number
11134 \n
GFZ is operating a Satellite Laser Ranging (SLR) station in Potsdam as part of the\u00a0 International Laser Ranging Service (ILRS). The SLR observation technique is one of the most precise space geodetic techniques with continuously improving accuracy and is used for monitoring of Earth rotation parameters, 3-dimensional deformations of the solid Earth, or static and time-varying coefficients of the Earth\u2019s gravity field.
To help increase the productivity, the SLR team is looking for observers. When observations are not possible due to system downtime, weather conditions, etc. the potential candidate shall assist in different tasks to improve the operations of the station (e.g. writing scripts, doing inventories, etc.). \n
Your responsibilities: \n
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1. Regular observations using a GUI in a Linux system for tracking targets from the International Satellite Laser Ranging Service \n
2. Quality check of the observed passes with a subsequent data transfer to the data post-processing system \n
3. Reporting, in the Logbook of the station, the status of the overall system including the different subsystems such as the Allsky camera, laser unit, event timer and others \n
4. Process the acquired observations using the software available at the station \n
5. Attend regular team meetings and provide input according to the experience with the systems: observation and post-processing wise \n
6. Potentially help developing scripts for analysing the quality and status of the system. In case the system is not observing due to weather or technical issues \n
Your qualifications: \n
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7. Experience with software systems. The candidate shall use different operating systems comfortably (Linux and Windows) \n
8. High degree of commitment and flexibility. The candidate shall accommodate the working time according to weather, system availability or special campaigns\/ needs of the station. To help in the organization, the information shall be provided as soon as possible to provide enough margin for an optimal scheduling \n
9. The candidate should have a background with active observation systems. In particular geodetic ones such as Satellite Laser Ranging, Global Navigation Satellite Systems, etc. \n
10. Knowledge about reference systems and orbital dynamics will be considered positively \n
11. Enrolment at a German University \n
What we offer: \n
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12. Ambitious and varied tasks in a dynamic and international research environment \n
13. State-of-the-art equipment \n
14. Public service benefits \n
15. Extensive training opportunities \n
16. Flexible working hours and conditions \n
17. Support with finding a good work-life balance offered by benefit@work \n
18. Institute day-care centre on site
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19. Working at the Albert Einstein science park on the Telegrafenberg in Potsdam
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20. Work place within walking distance of Potsdam main train station, or just a short ride on the shuttle bus\u00a0
\n Start date: As soon as possible
Fixed-term: \u00a0 Initially 2 Months, after qualification the contract will be extended (this requires a valid enrollment certificate in full-time study)
Salary: According to the rules of the TdL (tariff area East) for student assistants currently \u20ac 13.98 (without a Bachelor's degree) and \u20ac 14,59 (with a Bachelor's degree\/FH degree).
Working hours: 9,5 h \/week (approx. 38 h\/month)
Place of work: Potsdam \n\n
Have we piqued your interest? \nIf so, we look forward to receiving your application by 1st March 2026. Please use our online application form only.\n \n\n
The GFZ actively promotes diversity and explicitly welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of ethnic and social origin, nationality, gender, sexual orientation and identity, religion\/belief, age and physical characteristics. We also promote an inclusive working environment in which everyone can fully develop their own talents. Anyone who has been recognised as severely disabled, will be given preferential consideration in the event of equal suitability and qualification in accordance with the provisions of the German Social Code IX. In case of further queries regarding gender equality, please do not hesitate to contact our Equal Opportunities Officer. \n
\u201cDiversity in perspectives\u201d is one of GFZ's core values. As an integral part of supporting diversity at our centre, we actively promote women in science and in leadership positions. We among others do this through our gender equality plan and the cascade model measures which we actively implement to enable sustainable equal opportunities in academic career paths. The GFZ thus committedly strives for gender equality in science, including in leadership positions, and strongly encourages women to apply. \n\n
Your personal data will be processed for the purpose of conducting the selection procedure on the basis of Art. 6 para. 1 b, Art. 88 GDPR in conjunction with Art. 26 of the Data Protection Act for the State of Brandenburg. After completion of the procedure, application documents will be deleted in compliance with data protection regulations. \n\nIn case of any further queries relating to the field of activity, please contact Prof. Dr. Frank Flechtner\u00a0 via email. If you have any general questions about the application process, please contact our recruiting team at our phone number +49 (0) 331-6264-28787.","validThrough":"2026-03-01T23:59:59+01:00","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"GFZ Helmholtz-Zentrum f\u00fcr Geoforschung","sameAs":"http:\/\/www.gfz.de","logo":"https:\/\/gfz.concludis.de\/download\/design\/MTU2OTQyMA==\/GFZ_concludis.jpg"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Potsdam","postalCode":"14473","addressCountry":"DE"}},"employmentType":["PART_TIME","TEMPORARY","INTERN"]}