Postdoctoral researcher: Microwave Remote Sensing for Water Systems Research 80 - 100 %

Universität Zürich; Zürich; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Zurich in Switzerland seeks a researcher to conduct microwave remote sensing research on water systems. You will collaborate across disciplines, publish results, and supervise BSc, MSc, and PhD students.

An opportunity to contribute to fundraising activities, advance your professional development, and work in a stimulating academic environment.

Qualifications

• 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 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Teaching & supervision

Strong communication

English proficiency

German knowledge (preferable)

Education

PhD in remote sensing/related field

Tools

SAR

GNSS reflectometry

Altimetry

Satellite data processing

Job description

The University of Zurich, Switzerland's largest university, offers a range of attractive positions in various subject areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional apprenticeship streams the University offers an inspiring working environment on cutting-edge research and top-class education. Put your talent and skills to work with us. Find out more about UZH as an employer! ###

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.