Research Associate / PhD Candidate | wiss. Mitarbeiterin bzw. Mitarbeiter / Doktorandin bzw. Doktorand (m/w/d)
Technische Universität Dresden Arbeitsstätte Dresden
Job Summary
This role offers an exciting opportunity for a Research Associate or PhD Candidate to join the Geodetic Earth System Research group at TU Dresden, a leading German university. You will be instrumental in the "Resolving processes of Antarctic Ice Sheet change through innovations in satellite altimetry" (RAISA) project, focusing on enhancing our understanding of Antarctic Ice Sheet dynamics. Day-to-day, you'll develop advanced satellite altimetry analysis methods, analyze ice surface height changes, and quantify change processes and ice mass balances. The position requires a Master's degree in Geodesy or a related field, strong analytical and programming skills, and a willingness to collaborate internationally. This is an ideal role for someone passionate about polar research and contributing to global climate science.
Required Skills
Education
Master's degree or equivalent in Geodesy, Geophysics, Geoinformatics, Physics, or Mathematics.
Experience
- Scientific university degree (Master or equivalent) in Geodesy or a related field (Geophysics, Geoinformatics, Physics, Mathematics)
- Experience with geodetic space techniques, such as satellite altimetry (advantageous)
- Experience with methods of parameter estimation and stochastic modeling (advantageous)
- Experience with studies of ice sheet processes (advantageous)
Languages
Additional
- Opportunity for scientific further qualification (typically a PhD). The position is for 3 years, with 67.5% of the regular weekly working hours.
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