PhD student position in space research and chemometrics

PhD student position in space research and chemometrics

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We are seeking a PhD student in physics to work on Rosetta legacy mass spectrometer data obtained at comet 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko (67P). The position, funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF), is nominally for 3 years with a possible 1‑year extension. The intended start date falls within the May–July 2026 timeframe.

The PhD curriculum integrates chemical analytics—neutral gas mass spectrometry—with chemometrics and data science, focusing on applying multivariate statistical methods to high‑resolution mass spectra. The candidate will work within a multidisciplinary team at one of Europe’s leading houses for space mission instrumentation and will have opportunities to present research at international conferences and workshops.

• Master of Science degree in physics, applied statistics, chemometrics, or a related field.
• Experience in mass spectrometry, organic chemistry, or chemometrics/multivariate statistics is a clear advantage.
• Programming skills in Python.

The salary will be determined according to SNSF regulations, in accordance with the University of Bern and Canton of Bern rules. Childcare allowance is available. The Canton of Bern offers 25 days of vacation per year plus public holidays.

Interested applicants are invited to submit a curriculum vitae (including details of professional experience and skills), a one-page motivation letter, contact information for two referees, and a transcript of Master‑level grades to Dr. Nora Hänni nni.

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