Plasma Scientist

Plasma Scientist

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