Staff Scientist: Atmospheric Remote Sensing & FTIR

Chalmers University of Technology; Göteborgs kommun; On-site; SEK 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg seeks a Staff Scientist to support and advance atmospheric remote-sensing research infrastructures. You will operate and develop high-resolution solar FTIR stations and related systems, ensuring data quality and methodological advancement.

You will collaborate with research leaders, maintain Linux servers, and contribute to publications, training, and international partnerships within a dynamic academic environment.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in atmospheric science, physics, or related field.
• Advanced experience with high-resolution solar FTIR spectroscopy and ground-based atmospheric remote-sensing instrumentation.
• Proven experience with atmospheric retrieval software such as SFIT4.
• Programming skills in Python or other relevant languages.
• Experience in computer management and support of Linux-based servers.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English (Swedish language courses are offered).

Responsibilities

• Supporting research groups with expert knowledge in methods, techniques, and instruments.
• Developing and implementing scientific methods and instrumentation.
• Contributing to research infrastructures through technical and methodological service.
• Operate, maintain and further develop the high-resolution solar FTIR stations at Harestua and Onsala, and associated measurement systems.
• Perform quality assurance and control of the instruments, including troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and replacement and adjustment of components.
• Process and analyze solar FTIR spectra using the SFIT4 retrieval software.
• Prepare, quality-control and archive NDACC data products.
• Develop and maintain data-analysis and processing workflows.
• Manage the division's Linux-based computer servers and user accounts.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of international research collaborations.
• Contribute to research publication and reporting.
• Contribute to training and teaching in the use of methods and instruments.

Skills

Doctoral degree

FTIR spectroscopy

Python programming

Linux server administration

English proficiency

Education

PhD in atmospheric science, physics, or related field

Tools

SFIT4 retrieval software

Bruker 125HR/125M instruments

Job description

Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg seeks a Staff Scientist to support and advance atmospheric remote-sensing research infrastructures. You will operate and develop high-resolution solar FTIR stations and related systems, ensuring data quality and methodological advancement.

You will collaborate with research leaders, maintain Linux servers, and contribute to publications, training, and international partnerships within a dynamic academic environment.