CREAF is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to work in the C-GLOPS1 (Copernicus Land Monitoring Service) - Framework Contract for the operation, evaluation and evolution of the Global Land component of the Copernicus Land Service. Lot 1: Operation of the Global Land Component, thematic domain Vegetation and Energy with ref. 945120 and funded by the European Union.
A full-time contract (37,5 hours per week) is offered with planned incorporation in June, with a duration of 12 months. The offered salary is €32,642,10 gross per year (corresponding to category I4).
TASKS:
- Develop retrieval algorithms for the estimation of biophysical variables from satellite EU Copernicus observations.
- Analyse Earth Observation and Climate datasets for Global Change studies.
- Develop and implement algorithms and tools for data processing and visualisation using programming languages, cloud computing, artificial intelligence and big data.
- Prepare high-quality technical documentation, reports, and scientific manuscripts.
- Deliver compelling presentations on technical and scientific topics.
- Actively contribute to science communication and the dissemination of research findings.
- Contribute to proposal writing and fundraising efforts for research and development projects.
REQUIREMENTS:
- PhD in Environmental Sciences, Biology, or similar.
- Solid understanding of Remote Sensing, terrestrial ecosystems and Global Change.
- Solid experience in handling and analysing large-scale environmental datasets.
- Experience in programming (e.g., Python, R, MATLAB, SQL, or other relevant languages) for geospatial data analysis.
- Advanced GIS skills (e.g. QGIS, ArcGIS, ENVI, PostGIS).Proven record of strong writing and presentation skills.
- Experience in scientific publications and research dissemination.
- Experience in proposal writing and/or fundraising.
- Excellent command of English (spoken and written).
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams.
ASSESSABLE CONDITIONS:
- Previous experience at CREAF.
- Previous experience with Copernicus data.
- Expertise in machine learning for Earth Observation.
- Expertise in cloud computing and high-performance computing (HPC) environments.Excellent command of Spanish and/or Catalan.
- Experience living and working abroad.
- Candidates with a certified disability of 33% or more will be prioritized, provided the disability is compatible with the position's responsibilities.
SELECTION PROCESS AND CRITERIA:
- Admission of candidates: Applicants must apply for the offer and attach the requested documentation, CV and cover letter (maximum 500 words), until April 21st, 2025. Applications submitted to any portal other than the CREAF job board and the instructions included therein will not be accepted.
- Pre-selection: determination of compliance with the minimum requirements of the offer.
- Selection: assessment of the preselected candidates by scoring based on objective criteria and by interview of shortlisted candidates.
- Final decision: in case of finding the suitable candidate, the election will be formally communicated to this person, and the identification of the chosen person will be published on CREAF job openings section and with personalized notification (by mail) when the process progresses.
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