Geospatial Research Scientist - GeoAI & Remote Sensing

slu; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Louis University invites applications for a Geospatial Research Scientist or Senior Geospatial Research Scientist to lead innovative research in geospatial science, remote sensing, and GeoAI. The role designs experiments, analyzes multi-source data, and disseminates findings through publications and proposals.

The position collaborates with interdisciplinary teams in the Remote Sensing Lab and supports funding development, helping advance research in areas such as greenhouse gas

Qualifications

• Master's degree in geospatial science, geography, earth science, or closely related fields.
• Three years of related work experience (senior: five years).
• Ph.D. in geospatial or related fields preferred for senior role.
• Strong programming and data analysis skills, including machine learning and cloud computing.

Responsibilities

• Identify scientific questions, design experiments, and conduct research.
• Develop grant proposals and assist in securing external funding.
• Liaise and coordinate projects across interdisciplinary teams.
• Draft peer-reviewed publications and project reports.
• Process and analyze drone and satellite data (WorldView, Planet, SAR).
• Support field surveys and calibration sites.

Skills

Remote sensing

Image processing

Geospatial analysis

SAR

Communication

Team leadership

Grant writing

Education

Master's degree in geospatial science

Ph.D. in geospatial science (preferred)

Tools

WorldView

Planet

Python

Cloud computing

Job description

Saint Louis University invites applications for a Geospatial Research Scientist or Senior Geospatial Research Scientist to lead innovative research in geospatial science, remote sensing, and GeoAI. The role designs experiments, analyzes multi-source data, and disseminates findings through publications and proposals.

The position collaborates with interdisciplinary teams in the Remote Sensing Lab and supports funding development, helping advance research in areas such as greenhouse gas