Postdoctoral Researcher in Microwave Remote Sensing for Water Systems Research

European Geosciences Union (EGU); Zürich; On-site; CHF 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Zurich, Remote Sensing of Water Systems, is seeking a postdoctoral researcher in microwave remote sensing to study water systems across terrestrial and aquatic environments. The team applies multi-sensor approaches, including in situ and drone-based methods, to address drought, water balance, and surface water dynamics.

The candidate will conduct independent research, collaborate across projects, publish results, and supervise students.

Qualifications

• PhD in remote sensing, physics, geography, environmental science, or a related field.
• Substantial experience with satellite-based microwave remote sensing (e.g., SAR, GNSS transmissivity and reflectometry, active or passive microwave, altimetry).
• Experience with in situ- and drone-based approaches.
• Strong written and verbal communication in English; German knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in microwave remote sensing of water systems.
• Collaborate in interdisciplinary projects.
• Publish and present scientific results.
• Teach and supervise BSc, MSc, and PhD students.
• Contribute to fundraising activities.

Skills

Microwave RS

Collaboration

Teaching & supervision

Publish research

Education

PhD in remote sensing

Job description

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Position

Postdoctoral Researcher in Microwave Remote Sensing for Water Systems Research

Employer

University of Zurich, Remote Sensing of Water Systems

The Remote Sensing of Water Systems group is a joint professorship at the University of Zurich and Eawag in Siwtzerland. Our research and teaching activities focus on the use of remote sensing to study water systems across terrestrial and aquatic environments. We follow a highly interdisciplinary approach ranging from methodological to applicational development and incorporate diverse remote sensing technologies (e.g., optical, thermal, microwave, sound) from in situ to airborne to satellite sensors.

Homepage: https://www.geo.uzh.ch/en/units/rsws.html

Location

Zürich, Switzerland

Sector

Academic

Type

Full time

Level

Experienced

Salary

100,000 - 110,000 CHF

Preferred Education

PhD

Application deadline

15 November 2026

Posted

20 October 2026

Job Description

We are looking for a highly motivated, creative, and team-oriented postdoctoral researcher in microwave remote sensing with a high interest in studying water systems to strengthen our team. Example research activities of our team include the assessment of local and large-scale forest drought damage caused by climate extremes, the quantification of catchment water balance and surface water dynamics, flood detection, or the 3D exploration of inland waters.

Your Responsibilities

• Conduct research in the field of microwave remote sensing of water systems
• Collaboration in interdisciplinary research projects
• Publication and outreach of scientific results
• Teaching and supervision of BSc, MSc, and PhD students
• Contribute to fund raising activities

Your profile

• You have a PhD degree in remote sensing, physics, geography, environmental science, or a related field.
• You see this position as an opportunity to pursue your own professional goals and continue your professional development.
• You have substantial experience in working with satellite-based microwave remote sensing (e.g., SAR, GNSS transmissivity and reflectometry, active or passive microwave, altimetry).
• You are interested in working with in situ- and drone-based approaches.
• You can connect signals with processes and applications.
• You understand the added value of working with multi-sensor approaches to serve water-related applications.
• You have excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and (preferably) knowledge of German.
• You enjoy working with others and contributing your ideas to the team.

For further details and questions, please visit this page or contact [e-mail] (head of the group).