Planetary Research Jobs

The postdoctoral researcher will be part of the Space Systems for Planetary Applications (SSPA) team within the Electronics, Optronics, and Signal Department (DEOS) of ISAE. The candidate will perform research related to asteroid seismology to prepare the interpretation of the RAMSES/SIA data, and will also contribute to the SIA instrument data archiving activities.

The specific responsibilities will include:

Research (70%):

1. Develop and run numerical models simulating seismic wave propagation in low-gravity, granular, or rubble-pile asteroid environments.
2. Postdoctoral Researcher – Asteroid Seismology
3. Investigate seismic source mechanisms relevant to small bodies, including tidal-generated seismicity.
4. Model the effects of asteroid internal structure (porosity, layering, rubble-pile structure) on seismic wave attenuation, scattering, and propagation velocities.
5. Participate in the supervision of student research projects.
6. Collaborate with the research team to analyse findings, prepare scientific publications, and present results at relevant conferences.

Data Archiving Support (30%):

1. Prepare, format, and validate data products for submission to the Planetary Science Archive (PSA), in compliance with current PDS4 standards.
2. Build and maintain pipelines for converting instrument data into archive-ready formats.
3. Coordinate with ESA and the PSA throughout the review and certification process.
4. Train and assist other group members in proper data handling and archiving • practices.