Ganymede Space & Planetary Physics — Research Associate

SONICOM

Greater London

On-site

GBP 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

JUICE J-MAG science team membership

Sector-leading salary and remuneration

41 days' annual leave

Generous pension schemes

Flexible working from day one

Family leave packages

On-site leisure facilities

Cycle-to-work scheme

Interest-free season ticket loan

Diverse and inclusive work culture

Job summary

Imperial College London invites applications for a Research Associate in Space & Planetary Physics. The role centres on analysing magnetic field and plasma measurements around Ganymede, contributing to electromagnetic sounding of its subsurface ocean, and collaborating with JUICE teams to publish findings.

The position offers a path to impactful research within a world‑leading institution, and personnel benefits including generous leave and pension schemes.

Qualifications

PhD in Space/Planetary Physics or closely related discipline.
Experience analysing spacecraft data, theory, or numerical modelling.
Original research with peer‑reviewed publications.

Responsibilities

Synthesize existing magnetic field and plasma measurements around Ganymede to characterize its environment.
Engage with Imperial College London and JUICE team members; present results at conferences and in publications.
Contribute to high‑precision electromagnetic sounding of a subsurface ocean.

Skills

Space/Planetary Physics

Data analysis

Modelling

Education

PhD in Space/Planetary Physics

Tools

Python

Job description

The position offers a path to impactful research within a world‑leading institution, and personnel benefits including generous leave and pension schemes.

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