Research Assistant - 0.75 working-time

The Research Assistant will conduct laboratory experiments under Mars simulated conditions, which will be conducted in a specialized chamber, and will as well work in the hyperarid Atacama Desert. The researcher will use specific microorganism and evaluate what biomarkers remain after exposure to Mars or Mars-like conditions.

• Successfully completed university degree (Master, Diplom or equivalent) in biology, physics, chemistry, geology, or a related field
• Experience in working in the field of planetary habitability
• Good knowledge of German and/or English required; willingness to acquire the respective missing language skills
• Experience in working on the habitability of planetary surfaces, especially on how it relates to Mars or hyperarid areas on Earth
• Experience on radiation shielding and how well different materials protect biomolecules is desirable
• Both laboratory and field experience would be beneficial

Please send your application with the reference number and the usual documents only by email (single pdf file; max. 5 MB) to Prof. Dr. Schulze-Makuch über coord@sfb1759-planetary-habitability.de.

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To ensure equal opportunities between women and men, applications by women with the required qualifications are explicitly desired. Qualified individuals with disabilities will be favored. The TU Berlin values the diversity of its members and is committed to the goals of equal opportunities. Applications from people of all nationalities and with a migration background are very welcome.