Data and GIS Scientist (f_m_x) for innovative remote sensing and geodesy developments
- Employer
- Helmholtz Association of German Research Centres
- Location
- Potsdam
- Closing date
- 1 Sep 2024
Job Details
Scientific / postdoctoral posts
Job description:
The Helmholtz Centre Potsdam - GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences is the national centre for research into the geosphere. With around 1,650 employees, we develop a sound understanding of systems and processes of the solid Earth as well as strategies and options for action to counter global change, understand natural hazards and sustainably secure energy and raw material requirements.
For section 1.4 "Remote Sensing and Geoinformatics" (department “Geodesy”), we are looking for a: Reference Number 9746The working group FERN.Lab specializes in the development of application-oriented remote sensing methods and products to address pressing environmental questions. We act as an interface between scientific research and our cooperation partners and customers.
The Geodesy Department specializes in processing multi-scale, multi-resolution optical, thermal, and radar data, parameter derivation from imaging spectroscopy, time-variable evaluations of earth gravity measurements, GNSS for high-precision positioning, monitoring greenhouse gas emissions, and big data analyses. Leveraging this globally recognized expertise, FERN.Lab aims to create innovative remote sensing products and services to benefit companies, authorities, and non-governmental organizations in areas such as environmental monitoring, smart farming, raw material exploration, groundwater monitoring, and infrastructure monitoring.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, goal-oriented individual with an affinity for transforming scientific methods into actionable success to support our software development activities. Join our diverse team, which includes management, business development, PR, software development, and scientists, and contribute to shaping FERN.Lab with your creativity and commitment. Together, let's explore new ideas and products while helping each other excel and further develop our skills.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Your responsibilities:The Data and GIS scientist will play a crucial role in developing and maintaining a GIS system for the creation and dissemination of remote sensing data products. This position involves creating a user-friendly front-end interface, implementing back-end processing of geographic data, and conducting advanced analyses using cutting-edge technology. Additionally, the specialist will be responsible for geospatial data analysis, log analytics, and the development of open data and software projects.
- Tool Development and Integration
- User Requirement Analysis
- Data Management and Analysis
- Cloud services
- Masters degree in the field of computer science or geoinformatics (or similar)
- Proven experience in GIS, data management, analysis, and visualisation
- Proficiency in PostGIS, Google Earth Engine is considered a plus
- Strong coding skills in relevant programming languages (e.g., Python, SQL, JavaScript)
- Experience in developing user-friendly interfaces and back-end systems
- Familiarity with Remote Sensing data (raster, vector and LiDAR) as well as campaign data analysis
- Experience with the Elastic Stack, React, and Typescript
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
- Good knowledge of German and English (technical English), spoken and written
Fixed-term: 31.12.2024
Salary: The position is classed as salary group 13 according to “TVöD Bund (Tarifgebiet Ost)”. The salary group is determined on the basis of the Collective Wage Agreement and the respective personal qualifications.
Working hours: Full-time (currently 39 h/week); The position is generally suitable for part-time work.
Place of work: Potsdam What we offer:
- Ambitious and varied tasks in a dynamic and international research environment
- State-of-the-art equipment
- Public service benefits
- Extensive training opportunities
- Professional career advice offered by our in-house Career-Centre
- Flexible working hours and conditions
- Support with finding a good work-life balance offered by benefit@work
- Institute day-care centre on site
- Working at the Albert Einstein science park on the Telegrafenberg in Potsdam
- Work place within walking distance of Potsdam main train station, or just a short ride on the shuttle bus
Diversity and equal opportunities are integral components of our human resources policy. The GFZ actively promotes diversity and explicitly welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of ethnic and social origin, nationality, gender, sexual orientation and identity, religion/belief, age and physical characteristics. Anyone who has been recognised as severely disabled, will be given preferential consideration in the event of equal suitability and qualification in accordance with the provisions of the German Social Code IX. If you have any questions, please contact our Representative Body for Employees with Disabilities at sbv[at]gfz-potsdam.de, who will be happy to assist you in the further application process. In case of further queries regarding gender equality, please do not hesitate to contact our Equal Opportunities Officer at gba[at]gfz-potsdam.de.
Your personal data will be processed for the purpose of conducting the selection procedure on the basis of Art. 6 para. 1 b, Art. 88 GDPR in conjunction with Art. 26 of the Data Protection Act for the State of Brandenburg. After completion of the procedure, application documents will be deleted in compliance with data protection regulations.
In case of any further queries relating to the field of activity, please contact Dr. Alison Beamish via email at alison.beamish@gfz-potsdam.de. If you have any general questions about the application process, please contact our recruiting team at our phone number +49 (0) 331-6264-28787.This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.
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The Helmholtz Association contributes to solving major challenges to assure the future of our society. With more than 39,000 people on staff in 18 national research centres, the Helmholtz Association is Germany’s largest scientific organization. The name Helmholtz stands for concerted research in which networks form the key principle behind inquiring thought and action. Concerted research is efficient and flexible.
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The Helmholtz Association performs cutting-edge research which contributes substantially to solving the grand challenges of science, society and industry. To succeed in meeting these responsibilities, Helmholtz concentrates its work in six research fields: Energy, Earth and Environment, Health, Key Technologies, Matter, as well as Aeronautics, Space and Transport. Within each of these fields, research programs are developed by our scientists and regularly evaluated by renowned international experts. Their evaluation forms the basis for the programme-oriented funding that is allocated to Helmholtz research. Within the six research fields, Helmholtz scientists cooperate with each other and with external partners – working across disciplinary, organizational and national borders.
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Promoting young researchers is a major priority for the Helmholtz Association. Its qualification schemes for young researchers are geared mainly towards PhD students, postdocs and young managers. The Helmholtz Association has set high standards for its talent management. Its strategy begins with targeted recruitment of highly qualified staff at all levels, followed by comprehensive support aimed at further developing their potential. Ensuring equal opportunities is an essential element in all talent management activities undertaken by the Helmholtz Association.
The Helmholtz Graduate Schools and Research Schools at almost all Helmholtz Centres provide doctoral students with the general and specific skills and training they need, as well as ample opportunity to network with other working groups. The period following a doctorate is decisive in determining the direction and success of a scientific career. For this reason, we are about to establish Career Centers for postdoctoral researchers in the Helmholtz centres and a mentoring programme for especially gifted PostDocs in order to foster career orientation. This equips young researchers with the skills they need to go on to head a Helmholtz Young Investigators Group, for example. As a Young Investigator Group leader, junior scientists can independently set up their own group to conduct research in their specialist field.
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