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Stephanie Ruphy

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Space Chair Postdoctoral Researcher – Interdisciplinary Earth-Space Studies Ecole Normale Supérieure in France

I am recruiting postdoctoral researchers for the interdisciplinary Space Chair at Ecole Normale Supérieure in Paris.

École Normale Supérieure

France

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Dec 1, 2025

Keywords

Environmental Science
Sociology
Political Science
Geography
Cybersecurity
Philosophy
Astronomy
Climate Science
Earth Science
History
Social Science
Space Exploration
Jurisprudence
Geopolitics
Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Description

The Ecole Normale Supérieure in Paris is offering two postdoctoral positions and one senior postdoctoral position within its newly established Space Chair, dedicated to exploring the Earth-Space relationship through the lens of human and social sciences. The Chair, launched in February 2024, is highly interdisciplinary and engages with scientific and technological developments in the space sector. Research activities are organized around three main axes: (1) the diversification of uses of outer space and the evolution of its representations, especially in light of new scientific discoveries and exploration missions; (2) conceptualizing space as a territory or common good for humanity, examining tensions between collective ambitions and commercial/state interests; and (3) investigating the contribution of space to planetary preservation and sustainable uses. The Chair is supported by a broad network of PSL University research communities, including CERES, CIENS, CIEE, the ENS Geosciences Department, the ENS Chair in Geopolitics of Risk, and the Observatoire de Paris. Candidates should hold a PhD (or expect to complete one by October 2025) in a relevant discipline such as economics, history, geopolitics, political science, philosophy, law, sociology, cybersecurity, geosciences, climate and environmental sciences, or astronomy. Prior experience in space-related research is not required, as the Chair encourages new perspectives on space as a research field. Successful applicants will demonstrate the ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment. The position is full-time, based in Paris at the ENS rue d'Ulm campus, with possible attachment to ENS laboratories or other PSL establishments. The contract is for one year, renewable for six months, with salary dependent on experience. For further information or to apply, contact Dr. Stephanie Ruphy, scientific director of the Chair, at stephanie.ruphy@ens.psl.eu. Applications are due by December 1, 2025.

Funding

Available

How to apply

Send your application and inquiries to Dr. Stephanie Ruphy at stephanie.ruphy@ens.psl.eu. Include relevant documents and indicate your interest in the Space Chair post-doc position. Applications must be submitted before December 1, 2025.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a PhD (or have one by October 2025 at the latest) in a discipline relevant to the Chair's research themes, including but not limited to economics, history, geopolitics, political science, philosophy, law, sociology, cybersecurity, geosciences, climate and environmental sciences, or astronomy. Excellent command of English is required. Prior research on space topics is not mandatory, but ability to work within a multidisciplinary project is expected.

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