PhD Position Application of Planetary Radio Interferometry and Doppler Experiment
TU DelftDelft, South Holland, Netherlands
Posted January 23, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) is a top international university combining science, engineering and design.
Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate to strengthen the scientific exploitation of PRIDE (Planetary Radio Interferometry and Doppler Experiment) observations by developing and applying open, reproducible analysis pipelines for deep-space mission tracking. You will be embedded in the PRIDE collaboration and contribute directly to enhancing the scientific return of past, current, and upcoming planetary missions, including the Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer (JUICE).
Requirements
- Master's degree (or equivalent) in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Astronomy or similar
- Strong software engineering skills in Python
- Strong background and research experience in astrodynamics/orbit determination and numerical methods
- Experience in usage of PRIDE data is a strong plus. Experience in usage of radio science data is a plus.
- Experience in the usage and development of Tudat is a strong plus. Experience in usage and development of Tudat or a similar tool is required.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Customizable compensation package
- Discounts on health insurance
- Monthly work costs contribution
- Flexible work schedules
- TU Delft Graduate School
- Doctoral Education Programme