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Atmospheric Scientist

2017-07-27 16:11:55| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Vacancy in the Directorate of Earth Observation 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 Atmospheric Scientist This post is classified A2 A4 on the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. Location ESTEC, Noordwijk, The Netherlands Description Atmospheric Scientist in the Earth and Mission Science Division in the Science, Applications and Climate Department, Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes. Duties The postholder reports to the Head of the Atmospheric Section in the Earth and Mission Science Division of the Science, Applications and Climate Department. The main responsibilities are to develop scientific and userrelated aspects of future satellite missions addressing Earth atmosphere physical processes. Tasks include establishing and maintaining the mission requirements, and scientific studies and research tasks in support of Research, Copernicus, Earth Watch or Operational Meteorology missions, from their early phases ideas through implementation to mission operations. With the support of the Divisions other scientific Sections and the Campaign Coordinators, the specific tasks related to Earth atmospheric activities for which the postholder is responsible include supporting the identification and critical review of Earth Observation user requirements, advising the Head of Division on the needs, interests and aspirations of the atmospheric user communities supporting scientific evaluation of proposals and selection of future missions for implementation contributing to the preparation and elaboration of candidate Research, Copernicus, Earth Watch or Operational Meteorology missions, including capturing and elaborating observational requirements Mission Requirements Document, ensuring traceability of satellite systemspayload requirements, defining data processing requirements this is expected for operational followon missions to MTG, MetOpSG and for Copernicus nextgeneration for those strongly linked to atmospheric physics acting as the custodian of EO satellite mission requirements and as Mission Scientist during the assessment and implementation phases of related missions providing Mission Scientist support to approved satellite mission projects throughout their development, calibrationvalidation, commissioning and operations phases, to ensure their payload and the endtoend system fulfil the relevant mission requirements establishing, maintaining and convening international advisory groups related to these missions conducting and supervising inhouse and external scientific studies organising missionspecific science workshopsconferences, supporting geophysical algorithm development and related research participating in preparation of calibrationvalidation and research Announcements of Opportunity and evaluation of corresponding proposals advising the Divisions Campaigns Section on scientific requirements for definition and implementation of aircraft and groundbased campaignsexperiments in association with geophysical algorithm development, product simulation or mission performance assessment communicating on ESA studies results and EO mission achievements for further outreach of EO science benefits to society contributing to the Agencys public communication and outreach on EO supporting the work of Young Graduate Trainees and Research Fellows. In performing these tasks, the Atmospheric Scientist will be expected to work closely with the Future Missions and Instruments, Project and Mission Management Teams of the Directorate. The postholder is also responsible for ensuring that tasks are carried out within agreed planning and financial constraints, proposing corrective action as necessary. Technical competencies Knowledge of scientific discipline, including strategic vision of the area of Earth Observation Knowledge of international scientific community Knowledge of space projects, including instrumentation and operations Experience in mission, spacecraft andor payload operations Knowledge of development and use of complex science instrumentation for research Major international initiatives related to Earth Observation eg. CEOS, GEO, UN Environmental Conventions Experience in atmospheric physics Experience in meteorology Experience in remote sensing retrieval techniques Experience in radiative transfer modelling Behavioural competencies Ambassadorship Communication Problem solving Relationship management Systems broader business thinking Teamwork Planning organisation Additional requirements Demonstrated experience in performing independent atmospheric research. Education PhD or equivalent degree in Atmospheric Physics or Meteorology Other information For behavioural competencies expected from ESA staff in general, please refer to the ESA Competency Framework. 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. The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests. The closing date for application is 25 August 2017. 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. Priority will first be given to internal candidates and secondly to external 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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Atmosphere Scientist

2017-07-25 19:10:49| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Vacancy in the Directorate of Earth Observation 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 Atmosphere Scientist This post is classified A2A4 on the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. Location ESRIN, Frascati, Italy Description Atmosphere Scientist in the Data Applications Division , Science, Applications and Climate Department, Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes. Duties Providing scientific expertise and developing applications for atmospheric missions in exploitation fostering the use of free and open EO atmospheric data for research and applications enhancing scientific exploitation and data applications of EO atmospheric missions using latest information technologies and platforms engaging the atmospheric science community by organising dedicated scientific workshops and maintaining dialogue with users managing ESA studies for advancing Earth System Science in the atmospheric domain managing innovative RD activities in atmospheric science, EO open science, based on scientific and user community recommendations supporting the ESA Global Monitoring of Essential Climate Variable GMECV programme for atmospheric applications managing the development of nextgeneration open source toolboxes for scientific exploitation of atmospheric missions organising training courses for nextgeneration early career scientists and preparing massive open online courses in the atmospheric domain contributing to initiatives and cooperation with international partners in the EO atmospheric domain communicating on ESA studies results and EO mission achievements, promoting EO science benefits to society contributing to the Agencys public communication on EO and supporting public outreach maintaining personal scientific credibility supporting the work of Young Graduate Trainees and Research Fellows. Technical competencies Knowledge of atmospheric science Experience in the management and monitoring of research and development activities Experience in atmospheric physics Experience in remote sensing retrieval techniques ESA Earth Observation policies and programmes Behavioural competencies Ambassadorship Communication Problem solving Relationship management Teamwork Additional requirements Applicants should have specialist knowledge of the relevant types of data used on the Copernicus, future operational meteorology and Earth Explorer missions, and demonstrable experience from relevant scientific exploitation activities either internationally or in ESA Member States. They should provide a list of relevant scientific publications. Education Applicants should have a PhD or equivalent degree in a relevant scientific discipline, preferably atmospheric chemistry, physics, geophysics or other appropriate scientific fields. They should have at least two years experience in atmospheric remotesensing techniques and research. Other information For behavioural competencies expected from ESA staff in general, please refer to the ESA Competency Framework. 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. The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests. The closing date for applications is 21 August 2017. 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. Priority will first be given to internal candidates and secondly to external 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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Biology Scientist

2017-07-05 16:10:26| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Specific Tasks Under the authority of the Head of Unit, the candidate will plan and coordinate basic research for space in biology science, as well as identifying, promoting and developing industrial applications on theInternational Space Station. This includes establishing and clarifying the definition of science requirements for Biology science flight instrumentation along with the science teams concerned and in close cooperation with project developers and operations managers in the Directorate providing timely information to the Utilisation Coordinator regarding the demand for microgravity facilities and flight opportunities, and monitoring ongoing biology science flight experiment projects promoting use of the ISS for applicationoriented and industrial research in biology science by coordinating the initiation and monitoring of Topical Teams and Microgravity Application Programme MAP projects coordinating the use of multiuser facilities available on the ISS or on unmanned space missions by projects identified in the Science in the Space Environment element of ESAs European Exploration envelope Programme supporting the presentation of biology science research programme implementation to the Life Science Sciences Working Group for recommendation promoting space research in biology science by participating in seminars, workshops and scientific conferences, ensuring scientific reporting of experiment results obtained under the programme. Specific Competence Requirements Science PhD or Masters Degree in Life Sciences Experience of science definition for ISS project and ESR process

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Biology scientist

2017-06-26 13:11:03| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Deadline 17 July 2017 Client and Location For one of our main customers ESAESTEC, we are currently looking for a biology scientist who will give support to the Biology Environment Monitoring Science Office, onsite at ESTEC. The Biology and Environmental Monitoring Science Office is responsible for inputs to programmatic and strategic planning, and the endtoend science coordination of projects in the areas of Biology, Exobiology and selected Climate Change experiment studies on the International Space Station ISS. The research focus and objectives of this element of the programme until 2024 was recently defined in roadmaps formulated with the research community, which address key scientific topics relevant to Human Space Exploration and issues of Societal and Economic importance. The key theme areas in the Biology and exobiology domain include Astrobiology, Understanding the impact of gravity on biological processes, supporting life in hostile environments. In addition, cosmic radiation is a cross discipline theme that includes biological, human physiology and physics aspects. The current research project portfolio includes over 40 science projects at various stages of implementation, with approximately 400 science team members from across European as well as worldwide. These projects were selected through ESA and international announcements of opportunity and are implemented on the full range of flight and ground platforms available in the programme, including ISS, sounding rocket, parabolic flight and ground based facilities. It is anticipated that these projects will address many of the key questions identified in the science roadmaps. Tasks and Responsibilities Under the authority of the Head of Unit, the candidate will plan and coordinate basic research for space in biology science, as well as identifying, promoting and developing industrial applications on the International Space Station. This includes establishing and clarifying the definition of science requirements for Biology science flight instrumentation along with the science teams concerned and in close cooperation with project developers and operations managers in the Directorate providing timely information to the Utilisation Coordinator regarding the demand for microgravity facilities and flight opportunities, and monitoring ongoing biology science flight experiment projects promoting use of the ISS for applicationoriented and industrial research in biology science by coordinating the initiation and monitoring of Topical Teams and Microgravity Application Programme MAP projects coordinating the use of multiuser facilities available on the ISS or on unmanned space missions by projects identified in the Science in the Space Environment element of ESAs European Exploration Envelope Programme supporting the presentation of biology science research programme implementation to the Life Science Sciences Working Group for recommendation promoting space research in biology science by participating in seminars, workshops and scientific conferences, ensuring scientific reporting of experiment results obtained under the programme. Experience and education Science PhD or Masters Degree in Life Sciences Experience of science definition for ISS project and Experiment Science Requirements ESR process Proficient in the English language Spoken and Written. About ATG Europe Today, ATG is recognized as a leading provider of specialized engineering, scientific and technical services to the European Aerospace, High Tech and Offshore industry. Our headquarters is located in Noordwijk, The Netherlands and we have subsidiaries in Germany and the UK. ATG People is the key player in delivering highly educated personnel for RD environments throughout Europe. We are continually recruiting experienced Engineers for exciting, full time positions based at our customers. As an ATG Engineer, you will be working on very diverse missions and assignments. This opens up unique opportunities to be engaged in innovative projects and challenging you to perform to high standards and utilizing the full extent of your professional knowledge. We need you to complement our super star team! Interested? Submit your CV and personal details through our website or send your application directly to recruitmentatgeurope.com. We encourage you to submit your CV in the Europass format.

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2017-06-19 12:07:46| Starfire Systems, Inc.

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