The European Southern Observatory

Karl-Schwarzschild-Str. 2, Garching bei München, 85748, Germany

Tel: +49 89 32006 0

https://www.eso.org

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About us

The European Southern Observatory (ESO) enables scientists worldwide to discover the secrets of the Universe for the benefit of all. We design, build and operate world-class observatories on the ground. Astronomers worldwide use our telescopes to tackle exciting questions and spread the fascination of astronomy: How did the Universe come into existence? What are black holes? Are we alone in the Universe?

We are an intergovernmental organisation established in 1962 supported by 16 Member States (Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom), our host country Chile and strategic partners. ESO brings together over 750 staff from more than 30 countries, and countless more collaborators worldwide, all driven by the passion to build the best telescopes, serve the community and benefit society. We are honoured by the privilege to serve more than 22 000 users from over 130 different countries with excellent infrastructure, services, technologies and data.

The European Southern Observatory Jobs

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      ESO Studentship Programme Europe 2024/2025

      The European Southern Observatory · Conduct your PhD research at one of the world’s leading observat

      The European Southern Observatory (ESO) offers an exceptional opportunity for PhD students to conduct research in a dynamic and scientifically rich environment. Our Studentship Programme allows students to work at one of the world's leading observatories for a period of one to two years. As the premier...

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      Contract Officer

      The European Southern Observatory · Garching, BY, Germany

      Within the Directorate of Administration, the Contracts and Procurement Department is responsible for and executes the procurement process. This is done within the framework of the Organisation's policy for awarding contracts for supplies and services as specified in the Financial Rules and Regulations and in the...

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      Mechanical Engineer

      The European Southern Observatory · Garching, BY, Germany

      As a member of the Directorate of Engineering the successful candidate will work in the ESO matrix structure serving various projects and fulfilling tasks received from Project Managers. She or he will be assigned to the Telescope and Large Structures Group in the Mechanical Engineering Department and support...

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      ALMA Maintenance Engineer

      The European Southern Observatory · Garching, BY, Germany

      We are seeking a Maintenance Mechanical Engineer to join our team. You should have relevant experience/skills for the position gained after obtaining your degree. You will act as the off-site technical lead, coordinating and supporting off-site maintenance activities for ESO deliverables to the ALMA Observatory....

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      Invoice Controller

      The European Southern Observatory · Garching, BY, Germany

      As part of the Administration Directorate, the Finance Department ensures that financial resources are used according to the applicable rules and regulations, and in line with the directions defined by ESO's governing bodies. Our Finance Department covers four main areas: Budgeting and Controlling, Accounting...