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Apply for MSCA E-Sailors Doctoral Researchers Positions

(External link) / 12.12.2025

The MSCA E-Sailors Doctoral Network is recruiting 15 fully funded PhD researchers across several European universities and research institutes.

The programme, coordinated by Tartu Observatory, University of Tartu, advances Electric Solar Wind Sail (E-sail) propulsion and autonomous space systems for plasma interactions enabling deep-space mission technologies.

  • Part of MSCA “E-Sailors” Doctoral Network
  • Research on advanced propellantless propulsion technology that can enable deep-space science missions
  • Very attractive monthly MSCA salary (basic+mobility+family allowance) for 36 months
  • Includes secondments as well as several summer/winter schools, conferences and workshops
  • Requires master degree and eligibility

⏳ Deadline: January 31, 2026
ℹ️ More information: https://lnkd.in/dtdDfw4R
ℹ️ More information about positions at Tartu Observatory: https://lnkd.in/d8PUkrjg

Picture: Viljo Allik

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