Senior Research Assistant: Space Geodesy Software Engineer

University of Bern; Bern; Presencial; CHF 110.000 - 140.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

University of Bern seeks a Senior Research Assistant in Bern to coordinate extensive software modifications for ESA's Genesis project. The role requires implementing enhancements, reviewing HPC workflows, and ensuring robust data handling.

You will collaborate with international partners and ESA teams, contributing to high-precision Earth-fixed coordinate system work and space geodetic analyses. English fluency is essential.

Formación

• Master or PhD in computer science, astronomy, geodesy, physics or related field.
• Experience in software engineering using Fortran, C++, Python and Perl is mandatory.
• Background in space geodetic data analyses, ideally with Bernese GNSS Software.
• Fluent in English; able to speak and write clearly.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate software modifications for the Genesis mission in a two-year frame.
• Review and advance development environment and processes as needed.
• Engage with external partners (BKG, VUGTK, TUM) and ESA teams.

Conocimientos

English fluency

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Educación

Master or PhD in CS/astronomy/geodesy/physics

Herramientas

Bernese GNSS Software

Fortran

C++

Python

Perl

Descripción del empleo

University of Bern seeks a Senior Research Assistant in Bern to coordinate extensive software modifications for ESA's Genesis project. The role requires implementing enhancements, reviewing HPC workflows, and ensuring robust data handling.

You will collaborate with international partners and ESA teams, contributing to high-precision Earth-fixed coordinate system work and space geodetic analyses. English fluency is essential.