M/F Research Engineer Position in Optical Remote Sensing for Water Color and Algorithm Development

European Commission; France; À distance; EUR 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading research institution in France is seeking a Research Engineer to participate in the TRISHNA-CLEC project. This role involves adapting algorithms for satellite data processing and requires strong programming skills in MATLAB, Python, and C. The ideal candidate should be proficient in English and possess knowledge in marine or atmospheric optics. The position offers a full-time contract, with a starting date of November 1, 2025.

Qualifications

• Self-learning ability and interpersonal skills.
• Motivation for challenges and initiative.
• Ability to write reports or technical documentation.

Responsabilités

• Participate in the TRISHNA-CLEC project focused on ocean color observation.
• Adapt and develop algorithms to match TRISHNA's resolutions.
• Process satellite data and write scientific articles.

Connaissances

Programming (MATLAB, Python, C)

Satellite remote sensing

Statistical analysis

Knowledge of marine or atmospheric optics

Proficiency in English

Outils

Domain-specific software tools

Description du poste

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Organisation/Company CNRS Department Laboratoire d'océanologie et de géosciences Research Field Computer science Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Country France Application Deadline 21 Aug 2025 - 23:59 (UTC) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 35 Offer Starting Date 1 Nov 2025 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The Research Engineer will participate in a TOSCA/CNES project entitled TRISHNA-CLEC, focused on the study of the future TRISHNA sensor for ocean color observation.

Born from a French-Indian partnership, the TRISHNA mission will collect images of the Earth's surface in the solar and thermal infrared domains, with unprecedented spatial resolution and revisit frequency. The satellite launch is scheduled for 2026.

The Research Engineer will adapt and/or develop existing LOG (Laboratoire d'Océanographie et de Géosciences) models/algorithms to match TRISHNA's resolutions (atmospheric correction model, WiPE water mask, sun-glint correction, Suspended Particulate Matter (SPM) model).

Image processing and adaptation of existing algorithms to simulated TRISHNA data

Develop methods for processing satellite data

Participate in and/or write scientific articles

Present research at TRISHNA-dedicated conferences and international conferences

The LOG (Laboratory of Oceanology and Geosciences) is a highly interdisciplinary research laboratory in oceanology and marine geosciences, where both fundamental and applied research is conducted based on the triptych: Observation — Experimentation — Modeling.

In oceanology, research focuses on marine ecology, biogeochemistry, and physical oceanography. The Research Engineer will be affiliated with Team 3 of the LOG: TELHYD (Remote Sensing and Hydrodynamics).

Knowledge and Skills:
Programming (MATLAB, Python, C)

Satellite remote sensing

Statistical analysis

Knowledge of marine or atmospheric optics

Proficiency in English (from B1-B2 to C1 level)

Ability to write reports or technical documentation

Proficiency with domain-specific software tools

Soft Skills:
Self-learning ability and interpersonal skills

Motivation for challenges

Initiative and proactivity

Ability to report on activities and progress