Wildfire Fuel & Damage Assessment Scientist

ORAU; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A research organization in Pasadena is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to join the NASA Postdoctoral Program. The role involves investigating wildfire impacts using remote sensing and data science to create decision-ready products. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in relevant fields and have experience analyzing remote sensing data. Responsibilities include developing mapping techniques and collaborating with community partners. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to vital resource management efforts.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a relevant field is required.
• Experience analyzing remote sensing data is essential.
• Proficiency in scientific computing and geospatial data processing is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine mapping of fuel type and continuity.
• Delineate burned areas and map burn severity.
• Design pipelines for data fusion and modeling.

Skills

Analyzing satellite or airborne remote sensing data

Scientific computing and geospatial data processing

Statistical and/or machine-learning methods

Quantitative skills

Scientific writing

Collaboration in interdisciplinary teams

Education

Ph.D. in Earth/Environmental Science, Geography, Remote Sensing, Forestry/Ecology, Computer/Data Science, Electrical/Systems Engineering, Applied Math/Statistics, or related field

Job description

A research organization in Pasadena is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to join the NASA Postdoctoral Program. The role involves investigating wildfire impacts using remote sensing and data science to create decision-ready products. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in relevant fields and have experience analyzing remote sensing data. Responsibilities include developing mapping techniques and collaborating with community partners. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to vital resource management efforts.