Project Scientist
il y a 4 jours
Villanueva de la Cañada
ph3bDescription /b /h3 pThe European Space Agency maintains a world‑leading Science Programme with missions in heliophysics, planetary science, astrophysics and fundamental physics. Its mission is to “empower Europe to lead space science”. /p pThe Office of Science Engagement and Oversight oversees the scientific content of the Science programme and provides scientific expertise to Science missions across all phases, from studies to operations and beyond. The Office also manages engagement, communication and education efforts for the Directorate of Science, with the aim of ensuring that external stakeholders are informed, engaged and inspired. /p pThis position is for a Project Scientist with an initial assignment to ARRAKIHS, the next F‑class mission in the ESA Science Programme. ARRAKIHS will capture the faint light from the haloes of stars and gas that surround galaxies to answer questions about cosmic history. Like other fast‑class missions, it is based on adapting existing technology for novel science, and Member States — particularly Spain in the case of ARRAKIHS — play a leading role in developing the mission. /p h3bDuties /b /h3 pIn this role, you will ensure that the scientific return from the mission is maintained as a target, keeping within specified technical, financial, programmatic and safety constraints. In addition, you will interface and engage with the wider ESA scientific community and the public to maintain the prominence and visibility of the mission and its science. /p pOccasionally, you may be asked to advise ESA management on the areas of your scientific expertise and to support the future activities of the Science Programme, for example by conducting studies/assessments of future missions or participating in reviews. /p pYour tasks and responsibilities will include: /p ul lioptimising the scientific return from a mission throughout all phases (study, development, operations and archiving), while adhering to technical, financial, programmatic and safety constraints; /li licoordinating the definition of the mission’s science requirements with the corresponding Science Team, and monitoring their implementation during all phases of the mission; /li liacting as the interface for all scientific matters between internal study, development and operations teams on one hand, and external scientific teams, partners and the community on the other; /li lireporting on the progress of the mission’s science efforts and achievements to ESA management and, as requested, to the Advisory Structure; /li lipromoting the mission to the wider scientific community via conferences and electronic media, as well as supporting broader Directorate and Agency communication, outreach and education activities when needed. /li /ul pProject Scientists are expected to actively pursue personal scientific research and participate in the Science Faculty. /p h3bQualifications /b /h3 ul liActive researcher in a relevant field of space science /li liKnowledge of the latest developments in research and facilities in the relevant field /li liKnowledge and experience in scientific space missions and payloads /li liExperience in coordinating the scientific community and managing multiple interfaces at international level /li liExperience in promoting science to the wider scientific community and general public /li /ul ul liResult Orientation /li liOperational Efficiency /li liFostering Cooperation /li liRelationship Management /li liContinuous Improvement /li liForward Thinking /li /ul pA PhD in astronomy, physics, astrophysics or a related field is required for this post along with relevant professional experience acquired during the PhD studies. /p h3bAdditional Requirements /b /h3 pDesirable assets include a good understanding of the European and worldwide space science context and experience in any of the following: /p ul lilarge‑scale astronomical surveys /li limanagement of scientific teams /li licoordinating the scientific community /li /ul pbDiversity, Equity and Inclusiveness /b /p pESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics. /p pAt the Agency we value diversity, and we welcome people with disabilities. Whenever possible, we seek to accommodate individuals with disabilities by providing the necessary support at the workplace. The Human Resources Department can also provide assistance during the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss this further, please contact us via email at /p pbImportant Information and Disclaimer /b /p pIn principle, recruitment will be within the advertised grade band (A2–A4). However, if the selected candidate has less than four years of relevant professional experience following the completion of the master’s degree, the position may be filled at A1 level. /p pApplicants must be eligible to access information, technology, and hardware which is subject to European or US export control and sanctions regulations. /p pDuring the recruitment process, the Agency may request applicants to undergo selection tests. Additionally, successful candidates will need to undergo basic screening before appointment, which will be conducted by an external background screening service, in compliance with the European Space Agency's security procedures. /p pNote that ESA is in the process of transitioning to a Matrix setup, which could lead to organisational changes affecting this position. /p pThe information published on ESA’s careers website regarding working conditions is correct at the time of publication. It is not intended to be exhaustive and may not address all questions you would have. /p h3bNationality and Languages /b /h3 pPlease note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States: Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada, Cyprus, Latvia, Lithuania and Slovakia. /p pAccording to the ESA Convention, staff shall be recruited on the basis of their qualifications, taking into account an adequate distribution of posts among nationals of the Member States. /p pThe 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. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr
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