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Published: 10 September 2024

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Earth Observation

Earth Science

Job Posting

Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Earth Sciences

The International Space Science Institute (ISSI) in Bern, Switzerland, invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Earth Sciences for a two-year period, ideally starting in January 2025, to be negotiated. The successful candidate should have received a Ph.D. within the last five year in the fields related to Earth Sciences in general.

Successful candidates are expected to pursue their own independent research programme and to participate in ISSI’s research activities. They are encouraged to collaborate with the scientific staff of the Institute, and to interact with a large and diverse community of scientists from all over the world. ISSI provides the possibility to participate and/or lead an international team visiting ISSI. Additionally, cooperation with Swiss universities is strongly encouraged.

Salary and conditions of employment will be similar to those provided by the Swiss National Science Foundation SNSF salary ranges. Nationals from ESA Member States are especially encouraged to apply.

Further information may be found at https://www.issibern.ch/ and by contacting Mr. Dominique Fuchs dominique.fuchs@issibern.ch.

The application (to be submitted as a single pdf-file) should include a cover letter (max. 1 page),an outline of the research plan (max. 3 pages), a curriculum vitae, (max. 2 pages), a list of publications, and the names and contact addresses of three potential references. Letters of reference will be requested by ISSI at a later stage in the recruitment process.

ISSI is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and visitors. All applications must be received by ISSI no later than October 31, 2024 through the online submission form below.

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ISSI PostDoc Application Earth Science 2024

Application Form Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Earth Sciences

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