The candidates applying for this job require to have advanced degrees and experience working on interplanetary missions.
However, this requirement did not stop a9-year-old boyfrom New Jersey from applying for the post of PPO.
I may be nine but I think I would be fit for the job.
One of the reasons is my sister says I am an alien.
I am young, so I can learn to think like an alien.
Our Planetary Protection Officer position is really cool and is very important work.
Its about protecting earth from tiny microbes when we bring back samples from the Moon, asteroids and Mars.
We hope to see you here at NASA one of these days.
It also requires the selected PPO to help prevent possible alien microbes from spreading on Earth.
The job also requires broad engineering expertise, advanced knowledge of Planetary Protection, and a willingness to travel.
Candidates should also have a degree in physical science, engineering or mathematics.
The position pays $124,000 to $187,000 per year.
Source:CBS New York
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