Space Remote Sensing & Data Science Postdoc

Los Alamos National Laboratory; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher in the Space Remote Sensing and Data Science Group (ISR-6). You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on remote sensing, data science, image and signal processing, machine learning, and sensor data analysis.

Responsibilities will be tailored to background and interests, with opportunities to contribute to innovative research and development, including field and laboratory studies and dissemination of

Qualifications

• PhD in engineering, physical sciences, computer science, mathematics, or related field (or will have completed by start date).
• General experience in scientific computing, data analysis, or algorithm development.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and communicate research results effectively.
• Demonstrated strong analytical problem-solving abilities to overcome technical challenges in remote sensing and data science challenges.

Responsibilities

• Developing and applying algorithms to process and analyze sensor data (including images, spectra, time series, or other types).
• Using statistical, mathematical, or computational methods to address detection and characterization problems.
• Modeling sources, sensors, and measurement uncertainties.
• Analyzing and interpreting experimental or field-collected data.
• Contributing to the design or calibration of sensing systems and instruments.
• Participating in laboratory, field, or deployment activities to collect and evaluate remote-sensing data.
• Communicating research findings through reports, presentations, publications, and teamwork.

Skills

Scientific computing

Data analysis

Algorithm development

Collaboration

Communication

Education

PhD in engineering, physical sciences, computer science, mathematics, or related field

Tools

Programming languages

Job description

Los Alamos National Laboratory invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher in the Space Remote Sensing and Data Science Group (ISR-6). You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on remote sensing, data science, image and signal processing, machine learning, and sensor data analysis.

Responsibilities will be tailored to background and interests, with opportunities to contribute to innovative research and development, including field and laboratory studies and dissemination of