The Malta Council for Science and Technology (MCST) is pleased to announce a research opportunity with the European Space Agency (ESA) in projects related to:
– Space science, in particular astronomy and astrophysics, solar system exploration and solar-terrestrial physics;
– Earth observation research and application, in particular ESA Satellite tracking to provide the meteorological basis and the reference system and frames, environmental monitoring, meteorology, aeronomy and geoinformatics and disaster management;
– Telecommunications, including service demonstrations as well as satellite navigation;
– Microgravity research, in particular space biology and medicine, and materials processing;
– Technology development, including software and hardware; and
– Ground segment engineering and utilisation
This is an excellent opportunity for the successful candidate to experience cutting edge research in a space and development organisation. The Fellowship will be funded for a duration of one year. The appointment may be extended by a maximum of six months subject to the host entity’s requirements. This opportunity is open for candidates with a Master’s degree or PhD. All applications are to be signed, sealed and sent as per details below.
All applicants should be available for an interview by the selection committee in the two weeks following the call deadline. Both the subject area and the candidate are subject to final acceptance by ESA.
The Call closes on 12 June 2015 Noon CET.
c/o Ms. Laura Sue Armeni
Research and Innovation Specialist
Malta Council for Science and Technology
Villa Bighi Kalkara, KKR1320, Malta
Tel: 00356 23602172
Clarification 1
With reference to Article 8.1 in the Fellowship Award Regulations, the allowance provided will amount to around 1800€/2000€ allowance per month.
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