Open Positions
Research assistant (f/m/d) with 75%part-time job limited to 29.02.2028 salary grade (Entgeltgruppe) 13 TV-L FU reference code: SUDA-LILBID_2026
Application deadline: July, 27 2026
The Planetary Sciences and Remote Sensing research group at the Institute of Geological Sciences at the FU Berlin participates in various experiments in space missions of ESA, NASA and JAXA like Europa Clipper, JUICE or Destiny+. In our two laboratories we generate analogue data for these space missions. We are looking for a scientist with enthusiasm for space missions, ideally with experience in mass spectrometry and machine learning.
Job description:
• Recording of cation and anion mass spectra for a data base of analogue materials for the Surface Dust Analyser (SUDA) with the Laser Induced Liquid Beam Ion Desorption (LILBID) experiment in our laboratories.
• Improving the structure of the aforementioned data base together with an IT-expert for the application of machine learning (ML) algorithms for the automated analysis of the recorded mass spectra.
Requirements:
• Master's degree in Planetary Sciences, Physics, Astronomy, Chemistry, Biology or Geology
Desirable:
• Good knowledge in the field of mass spectrometry
• Very good written and spoken English (B2/C1)
• Knowledge in the field of Planetary Sciences
• Experience in a chemistry of microbiology laboratory
• Experience with the use of lasers
• Experience with high voltage equipment and high vacuum techniques
→ For further information, please contact Prof. Dr. Frank Postberg (frank.postberg@fu-berlin.de / 030/ 838-70508).
Further information:
Applications should be sent by e-mail, together with significant documents, indicating the reference code, in PDF format (preferably as one document) to Prof. Dr. Frank Postberg: plansec@zedat.fu-berlin.de or postal to
Freie Universität Berlin
Fachbereich Geowissenschaften
Institut für Geologische Wissenschaften
FR Planetologie und Fernerkundung, AG Postberg
Prof. Dr. Frank Postberg
Malteserstr. 74-100
Haus D, 12249 Berlin (Lankwitz)
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Joboffer from: July, 5 2026
Student assistant (f/m/d) 41 h/month limited to 29.02.2028 (end of project) reference code: SHK-SUDA-CLOUD_B
Application deadline: July, 20 2026
The Planetary Science and Remote Sensing research group at the Institute of Geological Sciences at the FU Berlin is participating in NASA's Europa Clipper mission through their involvement in the dust detector instrument onboard that mission. As a part of this activity, the group develops theoretical models for the dust environment of Jupiter’s moon Europa. We are looking for a student with programming skills and experience in classical mechanics or the dynamics of solar system bodies. The work to be carried out is suitable for a master's thesis in the field of planetary science or physics.
Job description:
The task for the student position will be the supervised application of a software tool that was developed in the group to understand the ejection of small particles (dust) from planetary moons. The work is embedded in ongoing efforts to prepare measurements that will be performed by the Surface Dust Analyzer (SUDA) instrument that is part of a space mission (the NASA Europa Clipper) to Jupiter's moon Europa. Specifically, this position will contribute to a project that investigates the influence of Europe's surface topography on the measurement signal.
Desirable:
• Knowledge in the field of planetology
• Knowledge of classical mechanics
• Programming experience
• very good English language skills (B2/C1)
→ For further information, please contact Dr. Jürgen Schmidt (juergen.schmidt@fu-berlin.de / 030 838 71050).
Further information:
Applications should be sent by e-mail, together with significant documents, indicating the reference code, in PDF format (preferably as one document) to Dr. Jürgen Schmidt: plansec@zedat.fu-berlin.de or postal to
Freie Universität Berlin
Fachbereich Geowissenschaften
Institut für Geologische Wissenschaften
FR Planetologie und Fernerkundung, AG Postberg
Dr. Jürgen Schmidt
Malteserstr. 74-100
Haus D, 12249 Berlin (Lankwitz)
With an electronic application, you acknowledge that FU Berlin saves and processes your data. FU Berlin cannot guarantee the security of your personal data if you send your application over an unencrypted connection.
Joboffer from: June, 29 2026
Student assistant (f/m/d) 41 h/month limited to 29.02.2028 (end of project) reference code: SHK-SUDA-CLOUD_A
Application deadline: July, 20 2026
The Planetary Science and Remote Sensing research group at the Institute of Geological Sciences at the FU Berlin is participating in NASA's Europa Clipper mission through their involvement in the dust detector instrument onboard that mission. As a part of this activity, the group develops theoretical models for the dust environment of Jupiter’s moon Europa. We are looking for a student with programming skills and experience in classical mechanics or the dynamics of solar system bodies. The work to be carried out is suitable for a master's thesis in the field of planetary science or physics.
Job description:
The task for the student position will be the supervised application of a software tool that was developed in the group to understand the ejection of small particles (dust) from planetary moons. The work is embedded in ongoing efforts to prepare measurements that will be performed by the Surface Dust Analyzer (SUDA) instrument that is part of a space mission (the NASA Europa Clipper) to Jupiter's moon Europa. This position will contribute to a project that explores how the temporal variability of Europa's dust environment can affect these measurements.
Desirable:
• Knowledge in the field of planetology
• Knowledge of classical mechanics
• Programming experience
• very good English language skills (B2/C1)
→ For further information, please contact Dr. Jürgen Schmidt (juergen.schmidt@fu-berlin.de / 030 838 71050).
Further information:
Applications should be sent by e-mail, together with significant documents, indicating the reference code, in PDF format (preferably as one document) to Dr. Jürgen Schmidt: plansec@zedat.fu-berlin.de or postal to
Freie Universität Berlin
Fachbereich Geowissenschaften
Institut für Geologische Wissenschaften
FR Planetologie und Fernerkundung, AG Postberg
Dr. Jürgen Schmidt
Malteserstr. 74-100
Haus D, 12249 Berlin (Lankwitz)
With an electronic application, you acknowledge that FU Berlin saves and processes your data. FU Berlin cannot guarantee the security of your personal data if you send your application over an unencrypted connection.
Joboffer from: June, 29 2026