CareerPlan

Doktorand/in (m/w/d) Experimentelle Raumfahrtphysik und Astrochemie

Gießen, Lahn, HESSENFull-time2026-10-13 → 2026-11-10

Core

Conducting time-resolved in-situ measurements and post-flight analyses of organic molecules and potential biosignatures under real space conditions on the ISS.

Role type

PhD researcher (Part-time 75%)

Builds

Scientific data and publications for ESA ISS experiments OREOcube and Exocube

Domain

Space physics, Astrochemistry, Spectroscopy

Required skills

Experimental laboratory work, Scientific data analysis, UV-Vis spectroscopy, IR/FTIR spectroscopy, Python or MATLAB

Preferred skills

Programming, Data analysis, English (fluent)

Responsibilities

Preparation and physico-chemical characterization of organic and mineral samples, Conducting scientific test and verification work, Preparation and execution of Ground Reference Experiments (GREM), Scientific documentation and participation in publications

Seniority

PhD Candidate (Junior Researcher)