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Internal Research Fellow (PostDoc) in EO for Polar Science

European Space Agency

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Join a dynamic R&D team at the forefront of Earth Observation and climate science to pioneer sustainable solutions for our planet

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Frascati, Italy

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Join the European Space Agency (ESA), a leader in Earth Observation programmes, dedicated to understanding and protecting our planet. As part of the Science Section within the Green Solutions Division, you'll be at the heart of ESA's mission, collaborating with a diverse team to drive research and innovation in Earth system and climate science. ESA is committed to diversity and inclusion, inviting applications from all qualified individuals passionate about space and sustainability.

Role Summary

  • Contribute to Earth Observation research focusing on the polar regions.
  • Utilize cutting-edge methods including AI, machine learning, and advanced algorithms for climate study.
  • Enhance understanding of ice dynamics, ocean/atmosphere interactions, and their global impacts.

Role Requirements

  • PhD in physics, engineering, or Earth system science with relevant research experience.
  • Proven expertise in satellite measurements and science software development.
  • Strong analytical, communication, and programming skills.
  • Ability to work autonomously in a multicultural environment.
  • Modelling experience is a plus.

Application Process Details

  • Submit a CV, motivation letter, and a research proposal (up to 5 pages).
  • Applications are open to nationals from ESA Member States and other specified countries.
  • Contact ESA Human Resources for assistance if you have a disability.

Our team and mission As the holder of this two-year post, you will report to the Head of the Science Section in the Green Solutions Division within the Climate Actions, Sustainability and Science Department of the Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes. In the execution of your tasks, you will work in close cooperation with other staff in the Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes. The Science Section is a dynamic R&D team leading Earth Observation (EO) research and Earth system and climate science activities in partnership with European and international scientific groups.

The role You will focus on advancing our EO-based capacity to observe, understand and predict changes in the polar regions. You will use state-of-the-art, advanced methods, such as advanced algorithms, sensor synergy, AI/machine learning and modelling, to improve understanding of complex processes, feedbacks and potential impacts. Priority will be given to enhancing observations and understanding in one of the following subdomains: Ice sheet changes and their impact at regional and global scale, Dynamics of glaciers and ice caps, Interactions between ice shelves and the ocean/atmosphere, Ice sheet supra- or sub-hydrology, Sea ice dynamics, interactions and feedbacks in the Earth system.

Job requirements You should have recently completed or be close to completion of a PhD in physics, engineering or Earth system science with research experience and peer-reviewed publications in relevant topics for the fields of research proposed. Preference will be given to applications submitted by candidates within five years of receiving their PhD. You should also have: proven research experience based on the use of relevant satellite measurements; science software development experience and programming skills. Additional experience in modelling will be an asset. You should have good analytical and communication skills and should be able to work in a multicultural environment in an autonomous manner.

Benefits ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. For this purpose, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics. Applications from women are encouraged.

Application details In addition to your CV and your motivation letter, please add your proposal of no more than 5 pages outlining your proposed research in the 'additional documents' field of the 'application information' section. At the Agency we value diversity and we welcome people with disabilities. Whenever possible, we seek to accommodate individuals with disabilities by providing the necessary support at the workplace. The Human Resources Department can also provide assistance during the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss this further please contact us at [email removed - click apply for more details].

Other 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, and the United Kingdom. Nationals from Latvia, Lithuania, Slovakia and Slovenia, as Associate Member States, or Canada as a Cooperating State, can apply as well as those from Bulgaria, Croatia and Cyprus as European Cooperating States (ECS). 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. When short-listing for an interview, priority will first be given to candidates from under-represented Member States. In accordance with the European Space Agency’s security procedures and as part of the selection process, successful candidates will be required to undergo basic screening before appointment conducted by an external background screening service.

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