Postdoc in Global Hydrology & Remote Sensing

University of California - Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Irvine is seeking a postdoctoral scholar to study the global spatial organization of precipitation, soil moisture, and vegetation using satellite observations and models. Start dates are flexible within Fall 2026–Winter 2027, with preference for earlier starts.

The position is a two-year appointment with renewal possible, offering a competitive salary and generous benefits. The role includes leadership in publications, collaboration with the PI, and mentoring

Qualifications

• PhD in hydrology, remote sensing, Earth system science, or a relevant field.
• Proficiency in scientific programming and analysis of large datasets.
• Experience with remote sensing and geospatial data analysis.
• Experience working in high-performance computing environments.

Responsibilities

• Analyze satellite observations and model output to characterize hydrologic and vegetation patterns across spatial scales.
• Develop approaches for evaluating model representations against observations.
• Lead peer‑reviewed publications and present results at conferences.
• Contribute to openly available datasets and analysis tools.
• Mentor undergraduate researchers and participate in group meetings.

Skills

Scientific programming

Remote sensing

Geospatial data analysis

High-performance computing

Education

PhD in hydrology/remote sensing/Earth system science

Job description

University of California, Irvine is seeking a postdoctoral scholar to study the global spatial organization of precipitation, soil moisture, and vegetation using satellite observations and models. Start dates are flexible within Fall 2026–Winter 2027, with preference for earlier starts.

The position is a two-year appointment with renewal possible, offering a competitive salary and generous benefits. The role includes leadership in publications, collaboration with the PI, and mentoring