Remote Sensing Scientist: Soil Moisture Modeling

ORAU; Greenbelt (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government research agency is seeking a postdoctoral researcher in Greenbelt, Maryland to focus on soil moisture retrieval from microwave observations. Candidates must hold a Doctoral Degree and have expertise in hydrology, remote sensing, and environmental science. The position involves developing algorithms, participating in field campaigns, and studying soil moisture variability. Ideal applicants will also have experience with relevant satellite systems and data assimilation techniques. This prestigious fellowship offers a unique opportunity to contribute to NASA's Earth science missions.

Qualifications

• Experience in retrieving soil moisture fields from microwave observations.
• Familiarity with satellite observing systems such as SMOS, Aquarius, GPM, and SMAP.
• Proficiency in validating and improving algorithms for soil moisture estimation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and test soil moisture retrieval algorithms.
• Participate in hydrological field campaigns.
• Study variability of soil moisture in time and space.
• Incorporate remotely sensed soil moisture data into numerical prediction models.

Skills

Hydrology

Hydrometeorology

Microwave Remote Sensing

Environmental Science

Earth System Modeling

Education

Doctoral Degree

Job description

A government research agency is seeking a postdoctoral researcher in Greenbelt, Maryland to focus on soil moisture retrieval from microwave observations. Candidates must hold a Doctoral Degree and have expertise in hydrology, remote sensing, and environmental science. The position involves developing algorithms, participating in field campaigns, and studying soil moisture variability. Ideal applicants will also have experience with relevant satellite systems and data assimilation techniques. This prestigious fellowship offers a unique opportunity to contribute to NASA's Earth science missions.