Job Openings

The following positions are currently open at the Woods Hole Research Center :

 

Postdoctoral Researcher, Remote Sensing and Ecosystem Modeling

SUMMARY: The Woods Hole Research Center seeks a postdoctoral researcher to participate in research projects focused on mapping and monitoring ecosystem productivity and change, primarily in North America, incorporating climate, land use and disturbance dynamics. The successful candidate will work closely with the principle investigator and collaborators, applying satellite observations to ecosystem models and analyzing the influence of adaptation techniques, such as low impact development and best use practices. This position requires advanced remote sensing experience, including the ability to manipulate large data sets using personally developed scripts.

Responsibilities: The successful candidate will:

  • be expected to process multi-sensor imagery for land cover and land use characterization to inform models of coupled climate – land use dynamics.
  • be closely engaged in a highly collaborative environment to analyze, synthesize, and present results
  • advance analysis of ecosystem disturbance and the drivers of land use change
  • perform complex geoprocessing, frequently beyond the ‘push-button’ approach

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Ph.D. degree in Environmental Science, Geography, Computer Science and/or a related discipline, with experience using earth observation imagery and a demonstrated ability to write scripts, conduct spatial analysis and manage databases. Applicants should be confident in using a variety of software/geospatial tools and possess the ability to continuously learn new technical skills as needed.
  • Experience in digital image processing software packages (Erdas Imagine, Idrisi, ENVI/IDL, or open source alternatives)
  • Geospatial script writing (Python, R, gdal, C/C#, SQL, Perl, Java, and AML also useful)
  • Experience in performing GIS tasks in a multi-operating system environment (Windows/Linux/Mac/Solaris)
  • Ability to work well alone and as part of a team in a constantly evolving environment

Appointment: This is a two-year appointment.

Application deadline: Sept 30, 2010.

Desired Start Date: January, 2011

Salary Range: $45,000 to $50,000, with full benefit package

Application Instructions: To apply, please send cover letter referencing Job # PDSG01, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references to .

The Woods Hole Research Center is an independent, nonprofit institute focused on environmental science, education, and public policy.

Equal Opportunity Employer.