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Internal Research Fellow PostDoc Lunar Samples, Research and Application
2018-07-16 10:28:07| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Research Fellowship Opportunity in the Directorate of Human Robotic Exploration Programmes. ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. Applications from women are encouraged. Post Internal Research Fellow PostDoc Lunar Samples, Research and Application This post is classified F2. Location ESTEC, Noordwijk, The Netherlands Our team and mission The Internal Research Fellow will be based in the Strategy and Innovation Team, Directorate of Human and Robotic Exploration Programmes, at ESAESTEC. httpwww.esa.intAboutUsESTEC The Team supports the development, evolution and implementation of ESAs exploration strategy and manages the benefits resulting from ESAs space exploration activities. This includes supporting international activities, including the international Space Exploration Coordination Group ISECG, and the development of new partnerships and governance schemes. The Team also works to implement new innovation partnerships with commercial space and nonspace sectors for activities related to exploration of the Moon, Mars and low Earth orbit, while seeking to increase commercial and industrial utilisation of the International Space Station. The Team leads a number of activities to prepare future exploration missions and technologies, working closely with the space science community. These include technology developments and mission studies, coordinated at international level and leveraging commercial partnerships. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit the ESA website www.esa.int Fields of activitiesresearch The appointee will do research using lunar samples and materials to produce new scientific results and provide data and lessonslearned to inform the preparation of ESAs exploration programme. Heshe will also support the maintenance and implementation of a Lunar Science, Research Applications Plan see below. Research will be done which results in new and novel scientific results, published in peerreviewed journals. Areas of particular interest are those which yield information having implications for the origins, abundance and distribution of water on the Moon potential resources e.g. water, oxygen, metals of lunar regolith, the physical properties of lunar regolith approaches to handling, excavating and processing lunar regolith sample curation and handling. An important aspect of the Fellowship will be the use of scientific and technical insights obtained through working with samples to support the definition of new and improved engineering approaches to working with lunar and Martian samples and materials on future exploration missions, both in situ and samplereturn. Samples will be obtained through proposals to appropriate authorities for access and through cooperation with research groups with existing research activities in this area. This may include new proposals for samples, involvement in ongoing activities and engagement in existing ESA activities and proposals. Activities may be with institutional andor international partners. Work may also involve working with, and supporting, the development and characterisation of new and existing simulants and standards. It is expected that most of the laboratorybased research will be performed using facilities found at ESTEC subject to agreement with laboratory management. For available facilities, see for example httpwww.esa.intOurActivitiesSpaceEngineeringTechnologyMaterialsElectricalComponentsLaboratory. Facilities associated with other ESA centres may also be considered, as may those based at other institutions where relevant and accessible, e.g. httpwww.esa.intspaceinvideosVideos201607ESARALAdvancedManufacturingLaboratory. A Lunar Science Research and Applications Plan A Plan is in preparation to identify European priorities for fundamental and applied research enabled by lunar exploration and to address how this research can be enabled and implemented by ESAs lunar exploration plans. This Plan includes science on, of and from the Moon. It looks for synergies with Mars, benefits for Earth and aims to generate knowledge that can enable and transform future exploration missions through the use of lunar resources. An important aspect of the Research Fellowship will be to support the development and ongoing revision of the Plan, activities that implement the Plan and interactionsconsultations with various research communities to ensure that it continues to represent community consensus on priorities and implementation approach. Technical competencies Knowledge relevant to the field of research Researchpublication record Ability to conduct research autonomously Breadth of exposure coming from past andor current researchactivities Interest in space and space research Ability to gather and share relevant information Behavioural competencies Innovation Creativity Continuous Learning Communication Relationship Management Self Motivation Problem Solving CrossCultural Sensitivity Education Applicants should have recently completed, or be close to completing, a PhD in a related technical or scientific discipline. Preference will be given to applications submitted within five years of candidates being awarded their doctorate. Research experience in any of the following areas will be viewed favourably Scientific research using lunar samples Handling and preparing lunar materials Writing and publishing scientific papers Leading or supporting proposals for accessing lunar samples Working with international, multidisciplinary and multiinstitution teams Working in teams including both scientists and engineers Additional requirements Knowledge of the breadth and diversity of lunar science and research relevant to exploration, beyond the scope of the specific research to be done. Competence in the specific skills required to do the proposed research laboratory, measurement and analysis, programming etc.. Applicants must demonstrate an ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment in diverse teams. A proactive approach to identifying opportunities, problemsolving and communication skills are also required. The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset. Specificities For this Research Fellow opportunity, interviews will include a presentation of the proposed research andmay include meetings with the ESA team, discussions about the proposed research and visits of relevant facilities located at ESTEC. A wide range of laboratories and facilities are available at ESA ESTEC see for example httpwww.esa.intOurActivitiesSpaceEngineeringTechnologyLaboratories, which could be made available for the research if needed. Access to facilities and the availability of other resources to support the proposed research will be discussed and determined on an case by case basis, based on the needs of the specific research proposed and the availability of the required facilities. Other information For behavioural competencies expected from ESA staff in general, please refer to the ESA Competency Framework. The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests. The closing date for applications is 26 August 2018. In addition to your CV and your motivation letter, please add your proposal of no more than 5 pages outlining your proposed research in the additional documents field of the application information section. Candidates are asked to arrange for 3 reference letters, to be sent by the referees themselves, before the closing date to temp.htresa.int. Please ensure your name is mentioned in the subject of the email. If you require support with your application due to a disability, please email contact.human.resourcesesa.int. Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada and Slovenia as well as Bulgaria, Cyprus, Latvia, Lithuania, Slovakia as European Cooperating States ECS. Priority will first be given to candidates from underrepresented Member States. In accordance with the European Space Agencys security procedures and as part of the selection process, successful candidates will be required to undergo basic screening before appointment Apply HERE
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