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Join our team at the Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes for an exciting opportunity to contribute to Earth system and climate science as a Graduate Trainee.
Overview
Salary
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Location
Frascati, Italy
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation summary
At the Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes, our mission is to lead Earth Observation (EO) research and climate science activities. We collaborate with European and international scientific groups to shed light on the Earth's processes. ESA is dedicated to inclusivity, celebrating diversity in our workforce, and providing a supportive work environment.
Role Summary
- Be a part of the Earth System Science Hub, a newly established science lab that facilitates scientific networking and collaboration.
- Work on our innovative MeDAL initiative aimed at advancing scientific understanding of the Mediterranean Sea.
- This role involves developing, testing, and validating new methodologies to study the Mediterranean Sea at high spatio-temporal resolution.
Role Requirements
- Prospective candidates should be in the final year of or recently graduated from a master's degree program in Physics, Physical Oceanography, or Marine Sciences.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work in a multicultural environment are necessary, with prior experience in international teams considered beneficial.
Application Process Details
- The recruitment process may involve selection tests and basic screening prior to appointment.
- For more about the application process, visit the ESA careers website.
Our team and mission at the Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes focus on leading EO research and Earth system and climate science activities. We collaborate with European and international scientific groups to advance our understanding of Earth processes. Visit our website for more details: https://eo4society.esa.int/communities/scientists/
The role: As a Graduate Trainee, you will be part of the Earth System Science Hub at ESA, a new science laboratory that serves as a center for networking and scientific collaboration. You will work on the ADVANCED MEDITERRANEAN OPEN SCIENCE DATA ANALYSIS LAB (MeDAL) initiative, aimed at enhancing scientific understanding of the Mediterranean Sea. This role involves developing, testing, and validating new methods to reconstruct the dynamical state of the Mediterranean Sea at high spatio-temporal resolution.
Job requirements: Candidates should have recently completed or be in the final year of a master's degree in Physics, Physical Oceanography, or Marine Sciences. You should possess good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work in a multicultural environment. Experience in international teams is considered an asset.
Benefits: ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusiveness. We offer a supportive working environment with the necessary accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
Additional Information: During the recruitment process, applicants may undergo selection tests and will need to undergo basic screening before appointment. For more details on the recruitment process and what we offer, visit the ESA careers website.
