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Lunar Data Science Postdoctoral Research Position

2019-02-01 18:30:44| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

ispace Europe is seeking a highly motivated and talented data scientist developer for a Postdoctoral Research Position in collaboration with the Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology LIST. Research Description The researcher will apply the latest data modeling and visualisation techniques to build the first intelligent tool suite for helping lunar mission scientists and engineers process, analyse, and interpret resource data collected from both orbital and surficial exploration missions to the Moon. The researcher is expected to exhibit a crossfunctional mindset, intellectual curiosity, willingness to bridge gaps, and understanding of the system two levels up and two levels down. The candidate must be selfdriven, continuously selfimproving, and proud of herhis work. Duties Work with the ispace Europe and LIST to conceive, design and implement the first set of scalable tools for planning lunar missions Work with the ispace mission scientist, resource engineer, and data architect to understand the customer needs, define product features, and roadmap Collaborate with LIST Environmental Informatics group to apply latest geocomputation, data visualisation, augmentedvirtual reality, and artificial intelligence techniques Test, verify and validate all your products, collect and analyze user feedback, iterate Research and stay up to date with state of the art tools and data processing methods used in the planetary science, terrestrial mining, remote sensing, and media industry Required Skills and Qualifications PhD in computer sciences, engineering or related field Excellent coding and debugging skills Knowledge or ability to quickly ramp up with machine learning, deep learning and data science Exhibit strong intellectual curiosity about the science, engineering, and business disciplines adjacent to your domain of expertise Be highly organized and capable of planning and executing complex technical work Thrive in multidisciplinary environment in close cooperation with science, engineering and business teams Must have excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills Show initiative, leadership, and positive cando attitude Be comfortable with change and fastpaced environment Preferred Experience Experience in geospatialplanetary data processing and products is highly desirable Knowledge on OpenCV is a plus About ispace ispace is a private lunar exploration company whose vision is to expand and sustain humanitys presence in space by utilizing resources available on the Moon. ispace was a Google Lunar XPRIZE finalist and its 4kg SORATO rover won the XPRIZE mobility milestone award. In addition to rovers, ispace is developing lunar landers with two missions already scheduled for launch in 2020 and 2021. ispace Europe is the companys regional office located in Luxembourg, in the heart of Europe. We are developing the next rover missions that will prospect for lunar water and thereby set the first milestone toward lunar ISRU. ispace Europe core engineering competencies are in lunar science, rover navigation, mission planning, data processing, and mission systems engineering. We are a diverse and growing team, motivated by the challenges of the Lunar Frontier, and determined to achieve the companys vision. About LIST Environmental Informatics The activities of the Environmental Informatics unit mainly consist in conducting impact driven research, development and innovation within the field of environmental informatics. As a result LISTs researchers design, implement and evaluate innovative ICT methods and tools that contribute to a more sustainable future that not only protects environment but do so while also promoting socioeconomic welfare. Extensive research and development has resulted in a range of innovative ICT tools that are designed to help the public, practitioners and scientists tackle todays environmental challenges. The unit has a diverse portfolio of projects funded under various competitive calls at national and international level EU H2020, EU INTERREG, ESA, FNR, ANR, FWF, and NASA. Researchers are also involved in collaborative projects with industry. Due to the interdisciplinary nature of the projects, the staff members have developed a solid experience in working with people with various backgrounds from business and academia. The staff members manage a Mixed Reality Lab, equipped with stateofart augmented and virtual reality systems. They also have access to the LISTs High Performance Computer HPC. At the end of 2018, a new large visualisation wall will also be available to support our activities.

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Lunar New Year Parade & Celebration

2019-01-29 00:56:05| PortlandOnline

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Internal Research Fellow PostDoc on Lunar Prospecting Instrumentation, Science and Operations

2018-12-19 11:30:00| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Research Fellowship Opportunity in the Directorate of Human Robotic Exploration Programmes. ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. Applications from women are encouraged. Post Internal Research Fellow PostDoc on Lunar Prospecting Instrumentation, Science and Operations This post is classified F2. Location ESTEC, Noordwijk, The Netherlands Our team and mission The Research Fellow will be based in the Lunar Lander Team of the HRE Development Projects Group. The Lunar Lander Team in the Directorate of Human Spaceflight and Robotic Exploration supports the initiation and leads the implementation of near to medium term lunar exploration mission studies, technology development and flight projects. Current activities include the development of PROSPECT and PILOT for the Russian led mission Luna27. These activities are defined to generate knowledge, technologies, expertise, capabilities and partnership to prepare for future human lunar exploration whilst creating new opportunities for fundamental scientific research. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit the ESA website www.esa.int Information on the PROSPECT Project. Fields of activitiesresearch Overview of the field of research proposed A Research Fellow is sought to engage in both independent and supporting research in preparation of future lunar exploration via the PROSPECT package on the Luna27 mission. Work topics include the investigation of specific problems related to the PROSPECT investigation in the areas of sample contamination, volatile loss and preservation, sensor calibration permittivity sensor, cameras and illumination unit, temperature sensors, and in particular the definition and optimization of PROSPECT operations concepts for maximizing the science output. Additional topics may include contributions to data processing, calibration and archiving of PROSPECT and PILOT data. The Research Fellow will work closely with the lunar lander team, to address important scientific questions that affect the PROSPECT design and performances. The candidate will also develop and refine PROSPECT operations concepts and related constraints based on inputs including review of test results regarding their impact on science performance and operations. This will involve working closely with the members of the PROSPECT User Group PROSPECT science team, members of the PROSPECT industrial consortium, and with colleagues in ESA including the PROSPECT project scientist, to perform multidisciplinary research in support of an optimized PROSPECT mission. The generation of technical notes in support of the PROSPECT development activities and of publications on performed scientific investigations is expected. The specific interests and proposed research of the Research Fellow will be taken into account and given priority where possible. The Research Fellow is also expected to create research and collaborative links as needed with other areas of HRE as well as ESAs Science Directorate and ESAs Technical Directorate in order to profit from existing expertise and for exploiting synergies within ESAs various activity areas. Technical competencies Knowledge relevant to the field of research Researchpublication record Ability to conduct research autonomously Breadth of exposure coming from past andor current researchactivities General interest in space and space research Ability to gather and share relevant information Behavioural competencies Innovation Creativity Continuous Learning Communication Relationship Management Self Motivation Problem Solving CrossCultural Sensitivity Education Applicants should have recently completed, or be close to completion of a PhD in a related technical or scientific discipline. Preference will be given to applications submitted by candidates within five years of receiving their PhD. Additional requirements Candidates are expected to have research experience in at least one of the below areas, with a demonstrated interest in others data analysis techniques, space instrumentation, data calibration, space data archiving space instrument operations and related planning optimization multispectral imaging fluorescence investigations lunar soil mechanics and sample handing volatile preservation volatile loss in vacuum environments, thermal analysis. Experience in multidisciplinary analysis skills, instrument operations planning, instrument data processing calibration archiving, scientific collaboration, documentation and publication etc. will be considered an asset. Applicants shall also demonstrate flexibility to adjust their program of work to the PROSPECT projects needs. Applicants are required to be able to demonstrate an ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment as part of diverse teams. A proactive approach to identifying opportunities, problem solving and communicating is required The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset. Specificities The Research Fellow in the Lunar Lander Team is embedded in an ESA project team which is working under tight constraints to achieve the goal of delivering a fully functional and space qualified payload on time and in line with available budget to the Russian Luna27 project. This means that 1. The RFs work is performed in an international and highly interactive environment where ESA, industry, and academia collaborate under schedule constraints to achieve a common goal. For directly project related tasks, schedule constraints may apply to the RFs work. 2. Project activities are taking place in several locations in Europe, and occasionally in Russia. 3. The RF is expected to propose and conduct independent Research in support of PROSPECT related science topics. A time sharing of about 50 of time spent on independent research and 50 of time spent on directly project related activities is envisaged. 4. In general, no laboratory facilities are available in the Lunar Lander Team. On a case by case basis, when supported by the project needs, the use of some lab facility on the premises may be enabled by the PROSPECT project. Any lab facility access needed for the proposed research must be clearly specified in the research proposal. Other information For behavioural competencies expected from ESA staff in general, please refer to the ESA Competency Framework. The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests. The closing date for applications is 31 January 2019. In addition to your CV and your motivation letter, please add your proposal of no more than 5 pages outlining your proposed research in the additional documents field of the application information section. Candidates are asked to arrange for 3 reference letters, to be sent by the referees themselves, before the closing date to temp.htresa.int. Please ensure your name is mentioned in the subject of the email. If you require support with your application due to a disability, please email contact.human.resourcesesa.int. Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. Nationals from Slovenia, as an Associate Member, or Canada as a Cooperating State, can apply as well as those from Bulgaria, Cyprus, Latvia, Lithuania and Slovakia as European Cooperating States ECS. Priority will first be given to candidates from underrepresented Member States. In accordance with the European Space Agencys security procedures and as part of the selection process, successful candidates will be required to undergo basic screening before appointment Apply HERE

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Internal Research Fellow PostDoc Lunar Samples, Research and Application

2018-07-16 10:28:07| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Research Fellowship Opportunity in the Directorate of Human Robotic Exploration Programmes. ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. Applications from women are encouraged. Post Internal Research Fellow PostDoc Lunar Samples, Research and Application This post is classified F2. Location ESTEC, Noordwijk, The Netherlands Our team and mission The Internal Research Fellow will be based in the Strategy and Innovation Team, Directorate of Human and Robotic Exploration Programmes, at ESAESTEC. httpwww.esa.intAboutUsESTEC The Team supports the development, evolution and implementation of ESAs exploration strategy and manages the benefits resulting from ESAs space exploration activities. This includes supporting international activities, including the international Space Exploration Coordination Group ISECG, and the development of new partnerships and governance schemes. The Team also works to implement new innovation partnerships with commercial space and nonspace sectors for activities related to exploration of the Moon, Mars and low Earth orbit, while seeking to increase commercial and industrial utilisation of the International Space Station. The Team leads a number of activities to prepare future exploration missions and technologies, working closely with the space science community. These include technology developments and mission studies, coordinated at international level and leveraging commercial partnerships. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit the ESA website www.esa.int Fields of activitiesresearch The appointee will do research using lunar samples and materials to produce new scientific results and provide data and lessonslearned to inform the preparation of ESAs exploration programme. Heshe will also support the maintenance and implementation of a Lunar Science, Research Applications Plan see below. Research will be done which results in new and novel scientific results, published in peerreviewed journals. Areas of particular interest are those which yield information having implications for the origins, abundance and distribution of water on the Moon potential resources e.g. water, oxygen, metals of lunar regolith, the physical properties of lunar regolith approaches to handling, excavating and processing lunar regolith sample curation and handling. An important aspect of the Fellowship will be the use of scientific and technical insights obtained through working with samples to support the definition of new and improved engineering approaches to working with lunar and Martian samples and materials on future exploration missions, both in situ and samplereturn. Samples will be obtained through proposals to appropriate authorities for access and through cooperation with research groups with existing research activities in this area. This may include new proposals for samples, involvement in ongoing activities and engagement in existing ESA activities and proposals. Activities may be with institutional andor international partners. Work may also involve working with, and supporting, the development and characterisation of new and existing simulants and standards. It is expected that most of the laboratorybased research will be performed using facilities found at ESTEC subject to agreement with laboratory management. For available facilities, see for example httpwww.esa.intOurActivitiesSpaceEngineeringTechnologyMaterialsElectricalComponentsLaboratory. Facilities associated with other ESA centres may also be considered, as may those based at other institutions where relevant and accessible, e.g. httpwww.esa.intspaceinvideosVideos201607ESARALAdvancedManufacturingLaboratory. A Lunar Science Research and Applications Plan A Plan is in preparation to identify European priorities for fundamental and applied research enabled by lunar exploration and to address how this research can be enabled and implemented by ESAs lunar exploration plans. This Plan includes science on, of and from the Moon. It looks for synergies with Mars, benefits for Earth and aims to generate knowledge that can enable and transform future exploration missions through the use of lunar resources. An important aspect of the Research Fellowship will be to support the development and ongoing revision of the Plan, activities that implement the Plan and interactionsconsultations with various research communities to ensure that it continues to represent community consensus on priorities and implementation approach. Technical competencies Knowledge relevant to the field of research Researchpublication record Ability to conduct research autonomously Breadth of exposure coming from past andor current researchactivities Interest in space and space research Ability to gather and share relevant information Behavioural competencies Innovation Creativity Continuous Learning Communication Relationship Management Self Motivation Problem Solving CrossCultural Sensitivity Education Applicants should have recently completed, or be close to completing, a PhD in a related technical or scientific discipline. Preference will be given to applications submitted within five years of candidates being awarded their doctorate. Research experience in any of the following areas will be viewed favourably Scientific research using lunar samples Handling and preparing lunar materials Writing and publishing scientific papers Leading or supporting proposals for accessing lunar samples Working with international, multidisciplinary and multiinstitution teams Working in teams including both scientists and engineers Additional requirements Knowledge of the breadth and diversity of lunar science and research relevant to exploration, beyond the scope of the specific research to be done. Competence in the specific skills required to do the proposed research laboratory, measurement and analysis, programming etc.. Applicants must demonstrate an ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment in diverse teams. A proactive approach to identifying opportunities, problemsolving and communication skills are also required. The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset. Specificities For this Research Fellow opportunity, interviews will include a presentation of the proposed research andmay include meetings with the ESA team, discussions about the proposed research and visits of relevant facilities located at ESTEC. A wide range of laboratories and facilities are available at ESA ESTEC see for example httpwww.esa.intOurActivitiesSpaceEngineeringTechnologyLaboratories, which could be made available for the research if needed. Access to facilities and the availability of other resources to support the proposed research will be discussed and determined on an case by case basis, based on the needs of the specific research proposed and the availability of the required facilities. Other information For behavioural competencies expected from ESA staff in general, please refer to the ESA Competency Framework. The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests. The closing date for applications is 26 August 2018. In addition to your CV and your motivation letter, please add your proposal of no more than 5 pages outlining your proposed research in the additional documents field of the application information section. Candidates are asked to arrange for 3 reference letters, to be sent by the referees themselves, before the closing date to temp.htresa.int. Please ensure your name is mentioned in the subject of the email. If you require support with your application due to a disability, please email contact.human.resourcesesa.int. Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada and Slovenia as well as Bulgaria, Cyprus, Latvia, Lithuania, Slovakia as European Cooperating States ECS. Priority will first be given to candidates from underrepresented Member States. In accordance with the European Space Agencys security procedures and as part of the selection process, successful candidates will be required to undergo basic screening before appointment Apply HERE

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System Engineer for the ESPRIT element of the exploration Lunar Outpost Platform Gateway

2018-07-09 11:27:41| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Deadline for Applications 01082018 Client and Location For one of our main customers, ESAESTEC, we are currently looking for a System Engineer who will support the lead system engineering function for the Phase AB1 Study of the ESPRIT element of the exploration LOPG Lunar Outpost Platform Gateway, and its continuation. Tasks and Responsibilities The post holder will support the lead system engineering function for the Phase AB1 Study of the ESPRIT element of the exploration LOPG Lunar Outpost Platform Gateway, and its continuation. ESPRIT is the European System Providing Refuelling, Infrastructure and Telecommunication and includes a science airlock In his support role to the system engineering function specific duties include Definition of the ESPRIT functional and design requirements Technical definition of the ESPRIT design baseline until successful System Requirements Review SRR and identification of activities needed to proceed toward Preliminary Design Review PDR with focus on specific subsystems Identification and followup of predevelopment tasks for ESPRIT as agreed with the Study Contractors Architecture definition of the LOPGGateway in coordination with NASA, CSA, JAXA, RSA and possible future commercial enterprisesUS industries Development of interfaces with external parties, mainly other Space Agencies NASA, JAXA, CSA, who may be providing equipment for the ESPRIT Preparation of the ESPRIT ITT for Phase B2CDE1 Supporting the HREXSR and XS teams for other tasks, as required. Experience and education Applicants for this post should have a Masters degree or equivalent qualification in physics or engineering A knowledge of system engineering aspects is also essential. Experience with operations, hardware and or software development will be an asset The post requires candidates to be systemminded and to have a resultoriented approach. They should have the ability to work in a highly complex project environment. They should possess good communications skills and the capability of coordinating activities with groups spread across different sites. Good interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work effectively, autonomously and cooperatively in a diverse and international team environment, defining and implementing solutions in line with team and individual objectives, as well as project deadlines.

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