Earth System Physicist: Remote Sensing Scientist

NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration; Greenbelt (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

NASA Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, MD seeks professionals for Earth science positions (GS-1301/1310) at GS-11–GS-15 levels. Roles involve planning, executing, and evaluating projects using remote sensing data to advance Earth System understanding.

Responsibilities include developing data products, publishing results, and collaborating with the scientific community to meet center goals.

Qualifications

• To qualify for GS-11, one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to GS-09 level.
• Specialized experience includes teamwork, applying remote sensing concepts, and Earth System analysis.

Responsibilities

• Document results in technical reports and publications.
• Coordinate, plan, and evaluate projects for Earth Science Division goals.
• Provide scientific/technical support or leadership in remote sensing data products.
• Develop new analytical techniques to advance remote sensing use.
• Interact with collaborating scientists to maximize cooperation and objective alignment.
• Support or lead development and implementation of methodological approaches.

Skills

Team collaboration

Remote sensing data analysis

Earth system science knowledge

Technical writing & presentations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physical Science, Mathematics or Computer Science

Doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in AST-qualifying field

3 full academic years of graduate education

Job description

NASA Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, MD seeks professionals for Earth science positions (GS-1301/1310) at GS-11–GS-15 levels. Roles involve planning, executing, and evaluating projects using remote sensing data to advance Earth System understanding.

Responsibilities include developing data products, publishing results, and collaborating with the scientific community to meet center goals.