an expert or specialist in any of the various science fields which relate to space flight or any phenomena occurring in space or on other planets. This would include for example such fields as Astronautics, Astrophysics, or Galactic Science
Examples of 'space scientist' in a sentence
space scientist
The positions are wide-ranging and tantalising to any would-be space scientist.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
Now a space scientist, she is passionate about her field, so expect an enthusiastic exploration of our only natural satellite.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
Space scientists are baffled by the previously unseen bubbles.
The Sun (2010)
The space scientists are coming up with answers as if their lives depended on it, which, of course, they do.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
He is hoping that the mission will help to launch the next generation of space scientists.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
Comets have long fascinated space scientists because they are thought to be leftovers from the solar system's formation.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
Earth is dying from some mysterious blight and, below ground, space scientists are plotting a flight to the stars to find a new home.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
In the opinion of the space scientists, however, one film above all stands out for its utter disregard for science.