Research Scientist (f_m_x) GNSS Reflectometry for Earth Observation

Helmholtz Centre Potsdam; Potsdam; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Helmholtz Centre Potsdam seeks a Research Scientist (f_m_x) specializing in GNSS Reflectometry for Earth Observation. The position involves the development of AI models for data processing, focusing on critical applications in atmospheric science. Join a dynamic international research team and contribute to impactful studies with a flexible work environment. Begin your journey with exciting tasks and extensive training opportunities.

Leistungen

Ambitious and varied tasks

State-of-the-art equipment

Public service benefits

Extensive training opportunities

Flexible working hours

In-house Career-Centre

Support for work-life balance

Institute day-care centre on site

Short commute

Qualifikationen

• Experience with AI development for GNSS data processing and model validation.
• First publication in the development and application of AI in GNSS reflectometry.
• Very good English skills.

Aufgaben

• Development of AI models for GNSS reflectometry data processing.
• Validation of GNSS Reflectometry AI models using independent techniques.
• Cooperate with partner institutions in atmospheric research and forecasts.

Kenntnisse

AI development

Scientific software development

Communication

Adaptability

Problem-solving

Ausbildung

MSc degree in Geodesy, Remote Sensing, Meteorology, Physics, Geophysics

Tools

Python

Matlab

UNIX/Linux

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Posted:

01.06.2025

Expiry Date:

16.07.2025

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9772

Reference Number

9772

The focus of GNSS Reflectometry lies on the usage of signals from navigation satellites for remote sensing of the Earth’s Atmosphere and Surface with ground and satellite based techniques. Main observation data are from global and regional GNSS ground networks, dedicated ground and flight experiments and from several Low Earth Orbiting (LEO) satellites. Artificial Intelligence in GNSS Reflectometry domain has been promisingly resulting in enhanced accuracy and quality of data products. The derived geophysical parameters, e.g., Wind velocity and Earth’s surface properties, as soil moisture, can be used in several fields of Earth System Science. To support our GNSS Reflectometry team, we look for new colleague. The position combines recent and innovative research tasks under operational aspects within an international research environment with interdisciplinary cooperation partners.

Your responsibilities:

Development of AI models for GNSS reflectometry data processing for meteorological applications, such as measurements of wind velocity/direction, vegetation and soil moisture under consideration of operational aspects and the integration of signals of all satellite systems including GPS, Galileo, GLONASS and BeiDou

Validation of the GNSS Reflectometry AI models, using data from other independent techniques, such as satellite radars and in-situ measurements to improve their quality and characterize the errors, accuracy and precision

Active support of the cooperation with partner institutions for the operational application of GNSS Reflectometry based data in atmospheric research, weather forecast, environment monitoring and climate studies

Your qualifications:

MSc degree in Geodesy, Remote Sensing, Meteorology, Physics, Geophysics

Experience with AI development for GNSS data processing and model validation

First publication in the development and application AI and deep learning in GNSS reflectometry domain

Experience with the development of scientific software packages, e.g. in Python and/or Matlab, good knowledge of UNIX/Linux and programming concepts

Special Skills:

Very good English skills

Adaptability to a multi-disciplinary and international team with the appropriate communicative competence

High motivation and self-dependency

What we offer:

Ambitious and varied tasks in a dynamic and international research environment

State-of-the-art equipment

Public service benefits

Extensive training opportunities

Professional career advice offered by our in-house Career-Centre

Flexible working hours and conditions

Support with finding a good work-life balance offered by benefit@work

Institute day-care centre on site

Working at the Albert Einstein science park on the Telegrafenberg in Potsdam

Work place within walking distance of Potsdam main train station, or just a short ride on the shuttle bus

Start date: 1st November 2024
Fixed-term: 12 months
Salary: The position is classed as salary group 13 according to “TVöD Bund (Tarifgebiet Ost)”. The salary group is determined on the basis of the Collective Wage Agreement and the respective personal qualifications.
Working hours: half-time (50%) (currently 19,5h/week)
Place of work: Potsdam

Have we piqued your interest?

If so, we look forward to receiving your application by 8th September 2024 . Please use our online application form only.