Intern in the Human Exploration Science Team, Space Omics

Job title:

Intern in the Human Exploration Science Team, Space Omics

Company:

European Space Agency

Job description

Internship Opportunity in the Directorate of Human and Robotic Exploration Programmes.Location NoordwijkOur team and missionThis position is based at the European Space Research and Technology Centre (ESTEC) – Noordwijk, NetherlandsWithin ESA’s Human and Robotic Exploration Directorate, the Human Exploration Science Office has the mission to advance human exploration into deep space, harvesting unique knowledge that can improve life and health in space and on Earth. The main objectives of the team are to better understand the fundamental mechanisms and responses to the different deep space stressors on biological and physiological processes; to optimise and personalise countermeasures to manage spaceflight adaptation and mitigate the risks of deep space; to push the frontiers of habitability to advance sustainable human exploration in deep space; and to foster and inspire translation of space-acquired scientific knowledge to address terrestrial challenges.Candidates interested are encouraged to visit the ESA website:Field(s) of activity for the internshipTopic of the internship: Linking Space Omics Findings to Human Risks related to Space ExplorationThis internship provides an opportunity to engage in the analysis of space omics data to assess human health risks associated with space travel. The internship aims to synthesize findings from published omics studies and map them to potential health risks for astronauts during space travel. Additionally, you will use a comprehensive database of space omics results to identify knowledge gaps in the current research, providing insights for future studies and potential areas of exploration. With a focus on synthesizing and expanding the current understanding of space-related health risks, this internship offers extensive experience at the intersection of data analysis, bioinformatics, systems biology, and space science.Behavioural competenciesResult Orientation
Operational Efficiency
Fostering Cooperation
Relationship Management
Continuous Improvement
Forward ThinkingFor more information, please refer toEducationYou must be a university student, preferably in your final or second-to-last year of a university course at Master’s level and you need to remain enrolled at your University for the entire duration of the internship.

Additional requirementsThe working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset.Knowledge and a background in the field of biomedicine, biology, bioinformatics, biotechnology or other related field are encouraged. An understanding and experience of working with omics is an asset.Other informationESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics. Applications from women are encouraged.At the Agency we value diversity, and we welcome people with disabilities. Whenever possible, we seek to accommodate individuals with disabilities by providing the necessary support at the workplace. The Human Resources Department can also provide assistance during the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss this further, please contact us via email at contact.human.resources@esa.int.Applicants must be eligible to access technology and hardware which is subject to European and US export control regulations.Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States: Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. Nationals from Latvia, Lithuania, Slovakia and Slovenia, as Associate Member States, or Canada as a Cooperating State, can apply as well as those from Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and Malta as European Cooperating States (ECS).

Expected salary

Location

Nederland

Job date

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 07:06:38 GMT

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