PhD Position – Experimental Space Physics and Astrochemistry (OREOcube / Exocube)

id="offer-description" class="ecl-u-type-heading-2 ecl-u-mt-none ecl-u-mb-l">Offer Description PhD Position – Experimental Space Physics and Astrochemistry (OREOcube / Exocube) . ElsaesserLab at Justus Liebig University Giessen, Germany, invites applications for a PhD position in experimental space physics and astrochemistry. The successful candidate will contribute to the ESA-selected OREOcube and Exocube experiments for the International Space Station (ISS). These experiments investigate the photochemistry, radiation-induced transformation and stability of organic molecules and potential biosignatures under real space conditions. The research combines time-resolved in-situ UV-Vis and IR/FTIR spectroscopy on the ISS with laboratory simulations, synchronized ground reference experiments and post-flight sample analyses. Main activities include: . Preparation and physicochemical characterization of organic and mineral samples . Scientific verification testing and preparation of flight samples . Laboratory experiments and ground reference measurements . Analysis and interpretation of UV-Vis and IR/FTIR spectroscopic data . Post-flight characterization of returned samples . Scientific publications, presentations and collaboration with international research partners, ESA, DLR and industry . Employment conditions: 75% position (30 hours/week), salary according to TV-H E13, fixed-term employment for three years, with the opportunity to pursue a PhD. (In the German university system