Junior Research Scientist - Mars Data Analysis
Posted date [2026-04-29]
(ID: 44520)
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Job Snapshot
Role: Junior Research Scientist - Mars Data Analysis
Location: Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Higher Education
Function: Research
Experience: Bachelor’s minimum, Master’s preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Junior Research Scientist - Mars Data Analysis in Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates is an exciting hiring opportunity within the Higher Education sector for professionals specializing in astrophysics, planetary science, and scientific computing. This role supports advanced research on the Martian atmosphere and surface using Emirates Mars Mission data, machine learning, and high-performance computing to drive new discoveries in space science.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Abu Dhabi Emirate
Industry: Higher Education
Function: Research
Salary: 14000-22000
Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
This position contributes to high-impact scientific research within the Center of Astrophysics and Space Science by supporting the Mars Research Group and the Emirates Mars Mission. The selected candidate will help analyze planetary datasets, improve scientific models, and contribute to research that advances understanding of Mars and planetary atmospheric systems while supporting the UAE’s growing leadership in space science.
Key Responsibilities
* Analyze atmospheric and surface observations collected by the Emirates Mars Mission Hope probe
* Support scientific investigations related to Martian atmospheric behavior and surface processes
* Examine additional datasets from other Mars missions for comparative analysis and stronger scientific modeling
* Develop machine learning methods for planetary science research and data interpretation
* Run numerical simulations using NYUAD’s High-Performance Computing systems
* Process large scientific datasets and perform advanced data analysis using computational tools
* Assist in preparing scientific manuscripts, technical reports, and conference presentations
* Contribute to publication of peer-reviewed research findings for the global scientific community
* Collaborate with researchers and faculty across astrophysics, planetary science, and computational research teams
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor’s degree minimum, with Master’s degree preferred in Physics, Computer Science, or a related scientific discipline
* Strong academic background in planetary science, astrophysics, or scientific computing
* Excellent programming skills with strong practical experience in Python
* Experience handling large datasets and scientific data analysis workflows
* Familiarity with machine learning methods and numerical simulations
* Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in collaborative research environments
Skills Set
* Python programming
* Scientific computing
* Machine learning methods
* High-Performance Computing systems
* Data analysis and visualization
* Numerical simulation modeling
* Planetary science data interpretation
* Mars mission dataset analysis
* Research writing and scientific reporting
* Conference presentation preparation
Why Join Us
* Work directly on one of the UAE’s most significant space science missions
* Join a globally respected research university with world-class astrophysics research facilities
* Access advanced computational resources and international scientific collaboration
* Competitive salary package with housing and educational subsidies
* Opportunities for publication, conferences, and global scientific recognition
* Strong career growth within planetary science, data science, and research innovation
About the Company
New York University Abu Dhabi is a leading global research university delivering excellence across science, engineering, and higher education. As part of NYU’s international academic network, NYU Abu Dhabi supports transformative research, interdisciplinary discovery, and world-class scientific innovation while helping shape the future of knowledge creation across the UAE and beyond.
