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Lead critical science projects as part of Mars and Beyond program at the renowned ESA, the champion of human and robotic space exploration.
Overview
Salary
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Location
Darmstadt, Germany - Hybrid
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation summary
Join ESA's Directorate of Human and Robotic Exploration Programmes (D/HRE), a frontrunner in pushing the boundaries of human and robotic partnerships in space exploration. ESA endeavours to unlock new scientific, economic, and inspirational horizons through working on locations where humans presently, and strive to, inhabit and function. This is orchestrated through powerful international collaborations.
Role Summary
- Act as the primary scientific advisor on Mars Science to top-level leaders.
- Don the role of a decision-maker in defining scientific priorities and drawing up work plans.
- Take the lead in the selection of scientific activities and equipment for missions.
- Manage science teams to facilitate Mars and Beyond Science ventures.
- Prepare and distribute science data products, while engaging with the larger scientific circle and ESA's science advisory network.
Role Requirements
- PhD in a related field and substantial experience in space-related scientific research.
- Prior leadership tasks in significant projects or missions.
- Adept at managing scientific budgets and familiarity with international collaborations.
- Exceptional leadership and communication skills.
Application Process Details
- Candidates must be eligible to access data subject to European or US export control regulations.
- Applicants should be nationals from ESA Member States.
- Proficiency in English or French required, with knowledge of another Member State language considered a plus.
The Directorate of Human and Robotic Exploration Programmes (D/HRE) at ESA is committed to advancing human and robotic partnerships in space exploration. We focus on destinations where humans currently, and aspire to, live and work, aiming to achieve scientific, economic, and inspirational outcomes through international cooperation.
The role: As the Mars and Beyond Science Team Leader, you will serve as the primary scientific advisor on Mars Science to the Chief Exploration Scientist and the Mars and Beyond Projects Group Leader. Your responsibilities will include defining scientific priorities and implementation plans, leading the selection of scientific activities and payloads for missions, and managing science teams to support Mars and Beyond Science activities. Additionally, you will handle the preparation and dissemination of science data products and engage with the science community and ESA's science advisory structure.
Job requirements: Candidates must hold a PhD in a relevant field and have an extensive record in space-related scientific research, including leadership roles in major projects or missions. Experience in managing scientific budgets, familiarity with international collaborations, and strong leadership and communication skills are essential.
Benefits: ESA offers a stimulating work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development. The position is initially for a 4-year term, extendable to an indefinite duration based on performance. ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Additional information: This position requires eligibility to access information subject to European or US export control regulations. Applicants should be nationals from ESA Member States and have a good command of English or French. Knowledge of another Member State language is an asset.
