Phd Student in Space Science
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The Space Research and Planetology Division at the University of Bern is seeking a highly motivated PhD student to join its esteemed Space Science Group. Our group specializes in studying the composition of tenuous gases near solar system objects using time-of-flight mass spectrometers and determining surface compositions with advanced laser ablation techniques. Notably, we developed and built the mass spectrometer for ESA's JUICE mission and are responsible for the preparation and analysis of the measurements it will conduct once the mission arrives in the Jupiter system in July 2031. To support the missions we are involved in, we have developed a sophisticated computer model for simulating planetary atmospheres, which has been successfully applied to various solar system bodies, including Mercury, the Moon, Venus, Titan, Europa, Callisto, Ganymede, and comet 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko.
This research project focuses on preparing measurements by the mass spectrometers on board ESA's JUICE and NASA's Europa Clipper missions to study the plumes tentatively observed on Europa, one of Jupiter's icy moons. Investigating Europa's plumes is particularly exciting because these geysers offer a rare opportunity to sample subsurface liquid reservoirs that might harbor life, without needing to drill through kilometers of ice. Analyzing these plumes could provide unprecedented insights into the moon's oceanic environment, its chemical composition, and its potential habitability.
**Research Project**:
The selected PhD student will work closely with the JUICE / NIM team and the Europa Clipper / MASPEX team, including the potential for a research visit with our US counterparts to foster collaboration and share expertise.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and extend existing Monte Carlo and DSMC models to simulate Europa's plumes.
- Analyze the chemical modifications occurring within the plume's gas phase.
- Work closely with senior geochemists and DSMC modelers to integrate new chemical reaction modules into the models.
- Collaborate with the JUICE/NIM and Europa Clipper/MASPEX teams to optimize plume detection and maximize the scientific return of plume measurements.
- Prepare and publish at least three scientific papers based on the research findings.
- Present research results at international conferences and workshops.
Qualifications:
- MSc in Physics, Astrophysics, or a field related to the research project.
- Proficient English language skills, both written and spoken; German language skills are a plus.
- Experience in programming is highly desirable.
- Strong motivation and ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative research environment.
Why Join Us:
The University of Bern offers a vibrant research environment with a rich history of contributions to space missions, including ESA's JUICE, ExoMars, CHEOPS, BepiColombo, Rosetta, Comet Interceptor, and NASA's IBEX and Artemis missions. Our Space Science Group provides an excellent opportunity to work on cutting-edge research projects with a team of experienced scientists and engineers.
Position Details and Application Instructions:
- Starting Date: Flexible, but not before September 2024
- Location: University of Bern, Switzerland
- Salary: In accordance with the personnel regulations of the Canton of Bern
- Application Deadline: 31 July 2024
**Application Instructions**:
1. Cover letter describing your motivation and qualifications for the position
2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
3. List of publications (if applicable)
4. Names and contact information of three references
Applicants should contact:
Dr. Audrey Vorburger
+41 31 684 44 16
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