DC-26002 HEAD OF IN SITU RESOURCE UTILISATION GROUP

Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology

Esch-sur-Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette, Luxembourg
Full-time
Posted June 13, 2026

Job Description

Description

Permanent contract | Belval

Are you passionate about space resources? So are we! Come and join us

How will you contribute?

As part of a new phase of growth for ESRIC, we are seeking a Head of Group for the In Situ Resource Utilisation group. This group focuses on the prospecting, mapping and characterisation of resources in space, currently focused on the Moon. In addition, the group focuses on developing technology that will produce usable resources in space, including oxygen from lunar regolith and water purification. We are looking for an experienced researcher with proven expertise in space resources research and development to lead this group.

Reporting to the Head of ESRIC, the Head of the In Situ Resource Utilisation Group will be engaged in the definition and execution of high-quality research, development and innovation (RDI) projects related to finding and using resources in space. In coordin...