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Job Summary

Research activities in astrobiology and planetary science (mineral-enzyme analysis, convection simulations, exoplanet research focusing on biosignatures detection, reaction-diffusion simulations), and assistance with discussions in an astrobiology.

Job Duties

• Data analysis
• Numerical modelling
• Publication of scientific papers
• Presentation of research results at conferences
• International collaborative efforts
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Physics/planetary science
• 5 years of relevant experience in a research environment including research activities, dissemination of research results
• Ability to produce scientific publications and communicate results
• Fluency with scientific software and programming languages
• Must be familiar with the concept of exoplanets and earth science data such as observational data from DSCOVR, as well as life detection from distant planets

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in Physics/planetary science
• Experience with high-end research
• Experience writing grant proposals

Required Documents

• Resume