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Astroinformatics, Space Sciences and Heliophysics at the FHNW School of Computer Science

Get involved

There are many ways to get involved with the FHNW School for Computer Science HSI. Why don’t you come to one of our public events? We are happy to meeting you.

Job openings

Are you a software engineer interested in working at the Institute for Data Science in Windisch? Check out https://jobs.i4ds.net/ or ask André Csillaghy about current job openings.

Postdoctoral researcher

Computer Scientist / Data Scientist (m/f)

Check out https://jobs.i4ds.net/ for open positions.

Student projects

Computer science students interested in space sciences can choose among a selection of semester-and bachelor projects (IP5/6) in astroinformatics or apply for a master project. Search the list of student projects for those with space-related topics.

See what former students did.

Internships

We regularly offer internships for international students through IAESTE. Check out their website for current opportunities.

Apprenticeships

The School for Computer Science HSI offers apprenticeships in software development. Apprentices have the opportunity to work on international research projects.

Check out Yousty for opportunities at FHNW Windisch.

Public engagement

We love to engage with people of any background. We offer extracurricular activities, workshops, talks and discussions, and co-operate with other organizations to carry out exciting public projects. Some of the activities are developed, and take place, at Raumschiff – the Maker-Space for Astronomy.

Interested in volunteering for space outreach? Get in touch with Hanna Sathiapal.

Industrial partners

Private companies are involved in several of our research projects. We also work with industrial partners through Innosuisse – the Swiss Innovation Agency. Should you wish to discuss any cooperation opportunities around space with the School for Computer Science, please contact André Csillaghy.