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Ocean Applications Scientist
2018-03-26 16:25:58| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Vacancy in the Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. Applications from women are encouraged. Post Ocean Applications Scientist This post is classified A2A4 on the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. Location ESRIN, Frascati, Italy Description Ocean Applications Scientist in the Research Development Section, Data Applications Division, Science, Applications Climate Department, Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes. Duties Provide scientific expertise and develop applications for ocean monitoring exploitation missions fostering use of free, open EO oceanographic data for research and applications enhancing scientific exploitation and data applications of EO ocean missions using the latest information technologies and platforms engaging, expanding and building on existing and new ocean user communities, collecting user requirements to develop innovative and advanced EO products, tools and services convening thematic workshops with EO ocean experts and user communities to review how stateof theart EO applications can respond to their priority needs, developing the agenda for new RD activities cooperating with international conventions, UN agencies and international organisations to leverage the takeup, facilitating sustainable use of EO in key policy sectors building strategic partnerships with key authoritative user organisations to contribute to international responses to global societal challenges developing opensource algorithms and tools to stimulate growth of EO application developers, facilitating takeup of EO ocean applications by user communities initiating and managing projects for development, validation including Citizen Science and stimulating user takeup of EO ocean application projects demonstrating the upscaling potential of key EO ocean applications for wide user takeup, optimising use of collaborative cloud computing environments and emerging big data analytics technologies collecting and synthesising evolving user needs for future EO ocean missions contributing to development of regional initiatives Europe, neighbouring countries to stimulate use of EO ocean data for publicsector benefit in the regions fostering communication and scientific publications on project achievements contributing to ESA communication efforts promoting EO ocean applications results, mission achievements and EO benefits for society supervising and supporting the work of young graduate trainees and research fellows. Technical competencies Knowledge of international scientific community ESA Earth Observation policies and programmes Experience in remote sensing retrieval techniques Experience in the management and monitoring of research and development activities Behavioural competencies Communication Problem Solving Teamwork Education Applicants should hold a PhD preferably in oceanography, physics or geophysics, or another appropriate scientific field, and have at least two years experience in related remotesensing applications development andor research. Additional requirements Extensive experience of oceanographic processes with relevant oceanographic scientific exploitation activities either internationally or in ESA Member States Knowledge of product definition, calibrationvalidation, algorithm development and exploitation of Earth Observation data, particularly from ESA and Copernicus missions Some knowledge of climaterelated activities in oceanography and marine meteorology Personal scientific ability, peer credibility and a demonstrated capacity for flexibility and adaptability are particularly important Other information For behavioural competencies expected from ESA staff in general, please refer to the ESA Competency Framework The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset. The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests. The closing date for applications is 13 April 2018. If you require support with your application due to a disability, please email contact.human.resourcesesa.int. Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada and Slovenia. Priority will first be given to internal candidates and secondly to external candidates from underrepresented Member States. According to the ESA Convention the recruitment of staff must take into account an adequate distribution of posts among nationals of the ESA Member States. Priority will first be given to internal candidates and secondly to external candidates from underrepresented Member States when shortlisting for interview. see Nationality Targets Apply HERE
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Instrument scientist fm
2018-03-16 17:24:56| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
SRONs mission is to bring about breakthroughs in international space research. Therefore the institute develops pioneering technology and advanced space instruments, and uses them to pursue fundamental astrophysical research, Earth science and exoplanetary research. As national expertise institute SRON gives counsel to the Dutch government and coordinates national contributions to international space missions. SRON stimulates the implementation of space science in our society. SRON stimulates the implementation of space science in our society. Instrument scientist fm vacancy nr. 1369 Project Outline SRON invites applicants for a postdoctoral position in the field of critical technology development for high contrast imaging systems for space applications. The candidate will concentrate on the critical aspects of the hardware development of a novell Hysteretic Deformable Mirror HDM. If the HDM development is successful, a combination with a Microwave Kinetic Inductance Detector MKID is foreseen, to demonstrate an end to end system. This KID development is conducted in parallel by fellow researchers at SRON. The final aim of these developments is to contribute to the first spacebased instrument, capable to characterize Earthlike exoplanets. As member of the HDM project team, it is the task of the candidate to tackle the critical design and manufacturing issues which are identified during the development process and to contribute to the detailed HDM design on the basis of multiphysics simulations. The candidate will also contribute to the definition of the HDM and MKID performance requirements based on simulations of a complete space based high contrast imaging system. When successful, the HDM and detector can be tested in a state of the art high contrast imaging environment THD2 at LESIA in Paris. The position is located at SRON Groningen and involves intensive collaboration with the Zernike Institute for Advanced Materials ZIAM and Discrete Technology and Production Automation DTPA both from the University of Groningen RUG and the SRON experts in lithographic development and production in Utrecht. Airbus Defence and Space Leiden can be involved during the system study. Requirements We are looking for a scientist with a PhD degree in applied physics and preferably with experience in the field of nano technology, MEMS or adaptive optics. The candidate should have a firm background in both the fields of physics and engineering. Good knowledge of the English language is essential and the candidate should be able to work both independently and in a team. Functional competencies Takes initiative Result driven Analytical Judicious SRON core competencies Innovative Focused on collaboration Responsibility A global player Flexibility Employment conditions Employment of this fulltime position at SRONGroningen is by NWOI The Netherlands Organization for Scientific Research Institutes and will be for a period of 3 years. The salary will be in accordance with the salary scales of NWO with a maximum of 4848, gross per month on a fulltime basis highly depending on education and experience. NWO has good secondary employment conditions such as An end of year bonus of 8,33 of the gross yearly salary 42 days of vacation leave a year on fulltime basis A holiday allowance of 8 of the gross yearly salary An excellent pension scheme Options for additional personal development Excellent facilities for parental leave. For further information For further information about the position, please contact dr. Robert Huisman, telephone 31 050 363 6648. More information about SRON can be found at www.sron.nl. Letter of application If you wish to apply you can send a motivation letter with CV via mail to jobssron.nl. Please state the vacancy number SRON1369 in the subject of your mail. Applications will be accepted until 13 April 2018. In the event of equal suitability, preference will be given to female applicants. No commercial propositions please.
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Remote Sensing Scientist Atmospheric Composition 2 posts
2018-03-07 15:26:52| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Join our team of applied scientists monitoring key air quality trace gases from satellites and help to develop new atmospheric composition products from spectrometer data. To learn more and apply online, please visit httpsonlineapplication.eumetsat.int reference VN18 15. Bringing together the resources of 30 member states, EUMETSAT observes the atmosphere, ocean, and land surfaces from space using a system of satellites 365 days a year. Our data is vital for weather forecasts that help to protect lives and property, as well as monitoring the environment and our changing climate. Within our Remote Sensing and Products Division we have an Atmospheric Composition Competence Area which leads the scientific development, prototyping, validation and monitoring of atmospheric products from satellites. We are recruiting for two scientists with an advanced knowledge of optical remote sensing techniques for trace gases to enhance the way we monitor the earths atmosphere. Candidates should be able to demonstrate their experience in the use of radiative transfer models and have previously developed software that involved an interaction with user communities. This is an exciting opportunity to define the requirements for future products and services from two of our missions, whilst supporting the way we reprocess and calibrate data to analyse our climate. You will have experience in retrieving trace gases and other atmospheric composition products and the supporting scientific applications to drive forward innovation for future missions whilst enhancing our existing services. You must be a team player, with the ability to collaborate with your colleagues and our international partners. You must have strong analytical skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts to our user communities. In this role, you will be able to demonstrate your exceptional organisational skills in a fastpaced operational environment. We offer a competitive salary, benefits and a great working environment. You must be able to work effectively in English and have a working knowledge of French. The closing date is 8th April and we expect to hold interviews in the wc 23rd April 2018. EUMETSAT is committed to providing an equal opportunities work environment for men and women and is seeking to recruit nationals from its Member States
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Remote Sensing Scientist Oceanography Copernicus
2018-02-20 11:25:40| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Use your Remote Sensing expertise to identify new and innovative marine products from our Copernicus missions To learn more and apply online, please visit httpsonlineapplication.eumetsat.int reference VN18 12. Bringing together the resources of 30 member states, EUMETSAT observes the atmosphere, ocean, and land surfaces from space using a system of satellites 365 days a year. Our data is vital for weather forecasts that help to protect lives and property, as well as monitoring the environment and our changing climate. We operate Copernicus missions on behalf of the European Union, providing marine and atmospheric data services to monitor the dynamics of the ocean and marine ecosystems. We are recruiting a Remote Sensing Scientist to acquire and maintain an in depth understanding of the capabilities of the Copernicus instruments for marine applications. This is an opportunity to contribute to the scientific development of our marine applications and services. If you have proven experience in remote sensing or processing of data from spaceborne instruments, join our team and help us develop our ideas and innovations. We want you to lead our scientific improvements in this area. There is scope in this role to support prototype and operational advances which will enhance the products offered by EUMETSAT and its collaborators now, and in the future. You should be a team player, with the ability to cooperate with your colleagues and our international partners. You should also have strong analytical skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts to our user communities and researchers. We offer a competitive salary, benefits and a great working environment. You must be able to work effectively in English and have a working knowledge of French. The closing date is 15th March and we expect to hold interviews in the wc 23th April 2018. EUMETSAT is committed to providing an equal opportunities work environment for men and women and is seeking to recruit nationals from its Member States. Please see our website
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Remote Sensing Scientist for Hyperspectral Infrared Level 1 Processing
2018-02-20 11:25:40| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Use your Remote Sensing expertise to drive innovative science and improve the way we use our hyperspectral infrared instruments? To learn more and apply online, please visit httpsonlineapplication.eumetsat.int reference VN18 09. EUMETSAT, the European meteorological satellite agency, is recruiting a Remote Sensing Scientist. Bringing together the resources of 30 member states, we observe the atmosphere, ocean, and land surfaces from space using a system of satellites 365 days a year. Our data is vital for weather forecasts that help to protect lives and property, as well as monitoring the environment and our changing climate. We want an expert in spaceborne infrared instruments to enhance the way we monitor the earths atmosphere. We require an experienced Remote Sensing Scientist to support our level 1 data processing chains derived from the instruments on our satellites. With experience of using hyperspectral infrared tools and data, ideally gained from using EUMETSATs products, we are seeking a skilled scientist who can initiate and lead relevant scientific studies. This is an exciting opportunity to define the requirements for future products and services, whilst supporting the way we reprocess and calibrate data to analyse our climate. You must be a team player, with the ability to collaborate with your colleagues and our international partners. You must have strong analytical skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts to our user communities. We offer a competitive salary, benefits and a great working environment. You must be able to work effectively in English and have a working knowledge of French. The closing date is 19th March and we expect to hold interviews in the wc 16th April 2018. EUMETSAT is committed to providing an equal opportunities work environment for men and women and is seeking to recruit nationals from its Member States. Please see our website for further details.
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