Max Planck Institute for Solar System Research
Göttingen, Germany
For the data analysis of two plasma spectrometers for the ESA/JAXA project "BepiColombo" the institute is looking for a Plasma Scientist (m/f/d).
Your Tasks
* Monitor, analyse, display, and interpret plasma spectrometer data daily in the orbital phase of the BepiColombo mission at Mercury
* Present the scientific results at international conferences, team meetings, project-related meetings, and publish in refereed scientific journals
* Modify existing data analysis tools and implement new tools to interpret the data
* Convert existing tools to Python and document the software usage
* Support the data archiving for the PSA system of ESA
* Support the modelling of the Mercury plasma environment
* Engage in public outreach
Your Qualification
* University degree (PhD) in physics, space engineering or related field
* Knowledge of plasma measurement techniques
* Knowledge of common programming tools (Python, IDL, etc.)
* Strong physical and technical understanding
* Ability to work in a structured manner and to document the work
* Willingness to travel internationally
* Good knowledge of English
* Publication record in the field of plasma/charged particles in space
You should have
* High motivation, problem-solving attitude, be a continuous learner, and team player
* Profound background knowledge in plasma physics or astrophysics
* Profound mathematical and computing skills
* Experience in data analysis of charged particle data in planetary magnetospheres or other plasma environments
* Experience in using SPICE kernels and AI applications is an advantage
* Experience in space projects (ESA, JAXA, NASA, etc.) is an advantage