[ES_JOBS_NET] Space & Remote Sensing Postdoctoral Researcher in Los Alamos, New Mexico

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

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Space & Remote Sensing Postdoctoral Researcher in Los Alamos, New Mexico

 

Description

Job Title Space & Remote Sensing Postdoctoral Researcher

Location Los Alamos, NM, US

Organization Name ISR-2/Space & Remote Sensing

What You Will Do

ISR-2 is seeking a qualified Postdoctoral Researcher to execute cutting edge
research and development in space-based optical remote sensing with an
emphasis on hyperspectral imaging of trace gases from small-satellite
platforms. Areas of research and development that the successful candidate
will participate in include the following:

.        Calibrating, testing, and deploying ultra-compact, high-resolution
CubeSat-based hyperspectral imagers, and participating in the operation,
target selection, data analysis, and scientific interpretation during the
on-orbit space mission of these sensors;

.        Developing and validating new algorithms for rapid on-board
gas-retrieval processing of space-based hyperspectral imagery;

.        Source-to-sensor modeling, including modeling of source physics,
atmospheric propagation using tools such as Modtran, and sensor performance
modeling;

.        Designing and prototyping new spectral imaging technologies, from
the ultraviolet through the thermal infrared, with an emphasis on compact,
high-performance instruments suitable for space deployment on small
satellites;

.        Applying spectral remote sensing to a range of basic science and
national security applications, including volcanology, atmospheric science,
pollution monitoring, and climate science;

.        Presenting results in the peer-review literature and at national or
international conferences;

.        Work within a team environment to develop, test, and evaluate small
satellite hardware and software systems.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

.        Demonstrated knowledge and experience in conducting basic and
applied research in optics, spectroscopy, and spectral remote sensing,
including designing and executing experiments;

.        Demonstrated experience with the application of spectral remote
sensing to scientific endeavors such as volcanology, atmospheric science,
climate science, planetary science, or similar, and in particular to the
detection and measurement of dilute gases;

.        Working knowledge of optical and infrared detector technologies;

.        Demonstrated experience with applied computing to collect, process,
analyze, and interpret data, and demonstrable knowledge of one or more
scientific programming languages (e.g. Matlab, Igor, Python, C/C++, IDL);

.        Ability to interact effectively in a team environment and ability
to work independently;

.        Ability to express ideas clearly in written and oral
communications;

.        Ability to conduct field experiments at various national and
potentially international locations;

.        Demonstrated track record of publishing results in the
peer-reviewed literature.

Desired Skills:

.        Experience designing and optimizing spectral imaging
instrumentation, and in developing novel spectral sensing technologies;

.        Hands-on experience in laboratory optical and infrared
experimentation, spectroscopy, and radiometric calibration;

.        Experience with remote detection and quantification of volcanic
gases and in interpreting their geological significance;

.        Experience with space instrumentation, especially small-satellite
and CubeSat systems, including pre-launch testing, calibration, and
qualification;

.        Experience with atmospheric radiative transfer modeling,
hyperspectral data analysis, and gas retrieval algorithm development;

.        Experience with data acquisition and management of large data sets;

.        Experience with embedded hardware and software design and
development;

.        Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance (generally
requires U.S. citizenship)

Education: PhD in physics, chemistry, electrical engineering, earth
sciences, remote sensing science, or a related field granted within the past
5 years.

Notes to Applicants: In addition to a resume, candidates must submit a cover
letter addressing the specific job requirements and desired skills.
Applications without this letter will not be considered.

Additional Details:

Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be
subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.

New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to
complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy
that includes random drug testing.

Candidates may be considered for a Director's Postdoc Fellowship and
outstanding candidates may be considered for the prestigious Richard P.
Feynman, Darleane Christian Hoffman, J. Robert Oppenheimer, or Frederick
Reines Distinguished Postdoc Fellowships .

For general information go to
<http://www.lanl.gov/careers/career-options/postdoctoral-research/index.php>
Postdoc Program .

Equal Opportunity:

Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports
a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on
qualification and merit, without regards to race, color, national origin,
ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or
preference, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental
disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran,
genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal
laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our
workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide
reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in
the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please
send an email to  <mailto:applyhelp at lanl.gov> applyhelp at lanl.gov or call
1-505-665-4444 option 1.

Where You Will Work

Located in northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a
multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on
behalf of national security. LANL enhances national security by ensuring the
safety and reliability of the U.S. nuclear stockpile, developing
technologies to reduce threats from weapons of mass destruction, and solving
problems related to energy, environment, infrastructure, health, and global
security concerns.

The Space & Remote Sensing Group (ISR-2) in the Intelligence & Space
Research Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory develops and applies
remote sensing capabilities to problems of global security and related
sciences. ISR-2 application areas include space-based nuclear detonation
detection, space situational awareness, airborne remote sensing, nuclear
proliferation detection, atmospheric science, ionospheric physics, planetary
science, and astrophysics. ISR-2 capabilities include expertise in source
phenomenology, propagation effects, advanced sensor and algorithm
development, and laboratory and field experimentation for remote detection
challenges primarily in the focus areas of radio-frequency, infrared, and
optical regimes. The Group consists of about 45 scientists, engineers,
technicians, post-docs, students, and administrative professionals teaming
across ISR Division and other LANL organizations to fulfill our various
missions.

Appointment Type Postdoc

Postdoc

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