The Institute of Space Systems in Bremen is dedicated to designing and analyzing future spacecraft and space missions, including launchers, orbital and exploration systems, and satellites. Our evaluations focus on the technical feasibility, performance and costs of these systems, utilizing a range of cutting-edge, multi-disciplinary engineering methods.
What to expect
The research initiative Planetary Infrastructures (PI) deals with bioregenerative life support systems (BLSS), in-situ resource utilisation (ISRU) and how these can be integrated into future outposts. We are looking for a student interns to support us in our work.
You can expect active participation in the EDEN LUNA project as well as support in the EDEN laboratory for the further development of bio-regenerative life support systems for later use in lunar or Martian habitats. Together with the team, you will prepare the EDEN LUNA missions "on the moon" (LUNA Analogue Facility Cologne) on site in Bremen. You will be involved in the conception, development and construction of experimental setups in the field of autonomous greenhouse systems according to the principle of closed cycles and the co-development of so-called Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) technologies, such as aeroponics (soilless cultivation), high-performance LED systems, air management systems (CO2 gassing) or control and monitoring systems (DHCS) as well as scientific data analysis and visualisation.
Your tasks
• Collaboration in setting up, carrying out, analysing and documenting hardware-in-the-loop tests for greenhouses for space travel
• Carrying out plant experiments for use as future astronaut food. Both commercially available seeds and special NASA cultivars are tested.
• Evaluation and follow-up of plant growth experiments, e.g. nutrient composition, sensor/camera settings
• Active participation in design studies for future greenhouse systems for lunar or Martian habitats
• Documentation of research processes and the raw data collected in the laboratory book / logbook
Your profile
• Ongoing Master's degree in agricultural / horticultural sciences (horticulture), botany, plant sciences or similar
• Independent, structured and goal-orientated work as part of a team
• Willingness to familiarise yourself with new subject areas and ability to work scientifically
• Manual dexterity and possibly experience in handling appropriate tools (e.g. drill, saw)
• Knowledge of Microsoft tools (Word, Excel) and, if possible, programming skills (e.g. Python)
• Very good written and spoken English skills
We look forward to getting to know you!
If you have any questions about this position (Vacancy-ID 2958) please contact:
Claudia Philpot
Tel.: +49 421 24420 1119
