Postdoctoral Researcher: Microwave Remote Sensing for Water Systems Research

University of Zurich

Zurich, Switzerland

We are looking for a highly motivated, creative, and team-oriented postdoctoral researcher in microwave remote sensing with a high interest in studying water systems to strengthen our team. Example research activities of our team include the assessment of local and large-scale forest drought damage caused by climate extremes, the quantification of catchment water balance and surface water dynamics, flood detection, or the 3D exploration of inland waters.

Your responsibilities

• Conduct research in the field of microwave remote sensing of water systems;
• Collaboration in interdisciplinary research projects;
• Publication and outreach of scientific results;
• Teaching and supervision of BSc, MSc, and PhD students;
• Contribute to fund raising activities.

Your profile

• You have a PhD degree in remote sensing, physics, geography, environmental science, or a related field;
• You see this position as an opportunity to pursue your own professional goals and continue your professional development;
• You have substantial experience in working with satellite-based microwave remote sensing (e.g., SAR, GNSS transmissivity and reflectometry, active or passive microwave, altimetry);
• You are interested in working with in situ- and drone-based approaches;
• You can connect signals with processes and applications;
• You understand the added value of working with multi-sensor approaches to serve water-related applications;
• You have excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and (preferably) knowledge of German;
• You enjoy working with others and contributing your ideas to the team.