BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE

The candidate should possess a degree in engineering, or science. Specifically, degrees in Biomedical Engineering, Biology, Systems Engineering, and Computer Science in the areas of software development, data architecture or system architecture are encouraged. Communication, problem solving, and organizational skills are also necessary. Requires 2 to 4 years of relevant experience.
A background in physiology is important. A working knowledge of Medical Operations and space program procedures is preferred. Mission Control experience makes the ECOS and EUROCOM Flight Controller more effective.

Additional experience in the following areas is an asset. ISS specific areas are followed with relatable experience obtained through other means:

• ISS Medical Systems: technical aspects of emergency or critical care diagnostics
• ISS space flight procedures development: process development/engineering and developing standardized procedures
• Space flight communication protocols: utilizing strict and concise communication standards
• ISS Astronaut training lesson design, development, and implementation: formal lesson planning and execution
• Operations preparation and implementation of an ISS payload: experiment planning and execution within life sciences
• Medical technology development (preferably for human space flight)
• ISS Medical Operations ground segment infrastructure: enterprise systems and data management
• A knowledge of human physiology, life sciences, or medical technology is important

SPECIFIC QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience in ISS medical systems, ISS medical operations, ISS space flight procedures, space flight communication protocols, and/or ISS Astronaut training lesson design/development/implementation is highly sought after.
• Fluent in English communication skills (writing and speaking), including presentations to large groups
• Knowledge of German and/or another ESA member state language is an asset
• High level of flexibility and positive attitude towards teamwork
• Demonstrate ability to multi-task and manage several varied projects
• Ability to excel in a multi-cultural environment
• Ability to maintain high level of organization and efficient output
• Ability to cope well with stress
• Ability to work well with information technology resources
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with international partners, organizations and academic institutions is necessary
• A background in human physiology and/or human space physiology is highly desired
• Strong foundation knowledge in human space flight, especially space operations is an asset

Please refer the Job description for details