Modeling and execution of experiments relevant to the space domain as part of the 'TurLab for Space' project

Position: Research appointment (pre-doc) Institute: Uni. Turin
New! Posted on: 19/03/2026 Deadline: 09/04/2026

Scientific-Disciplinary Group

02/PHYS-01 - Experimental Physics Of Fundamental Interactions And Applications, 02/PHYS-05 - Astrophysics And Cosmology, Earth- Space- And Climate Physics, 02/PHYS-06 - Physics For Life Sciences, Environment, And Cultural Heritage, Physics Education And History Of Physics

Description

The research activity aims to model and conduct experiments relevant to the entire space domain at the TurLAB rotating tank of the Department of Physics, with a view to future space missions to the Moon and Mars. These experiments range from technological advancements in instrumentation and sensors used for space rendezvous to enhancing space safety through the detection and tracking of space debris. These experiments will clarify the mechanisms underlying human neurocognitive responses, animal behavior, and plant development in response to the space environment, in order to identify countermeasures and tools to mitigate the adverse effects of space travel, as well as improve understanding of the biological challenges of space exploration.

Compensation

22,500 Euro

Job posting website

https://lavorainateneo.unito.it/index_ir.html?type=SEL_IDR

Number of positions

1

Maximum duration

12.0

Funding body

Università di Torino

How to apply

https://pica.cineca.it/unito/sdn-2026-ii/

Selection process

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Based on Qualifications and Interview. The interview schedule is published on the University Albo ( https://webapps.unito.it/albo_ateneo/ ) and on the University website ( https://lavorainateneo.unito.it/index_ir.html?type=SEL_IDR ). Candidates will NOT receive notification of their admission to the interview. The publication of the schedule on the University Albo constitutes legal notification of the interview invitation. Applications must be submitted via the online procedure https://pica.cineca.it/unito/sdn-2026-ii/ — for information: incarichiricerca@unito.it Mandatory requirement for admission to the selection: italian Laurea Magistrale, or Laurea a Ciclo Unico, or an equivalent degree from foreign Universities, obtained no more than 6 years prior to the application deadline (i.e obtained after April 9, 2020). The Call for Applications (published on the University Bulletin Board under ref. no. 2721 del 19/03/2026), containing the procedures to participate in the selection process and the specific requirements for each selection, is available at https://webapps.unito.it/albo_ateneo/ and https://lavorainateneo.unito.it/index_ir.html?type=SEL_IDR .

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