Byrd Polar Research Center, Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio Postdoctoral Researcher in Remote Sensing of Ice Sheets

Description: Funding in available for a postdoctoral researcher with expertise in remote sensing as part of the Rapid Ice Sheet Change Observatory (RISCO), a multi-institutional program for increasing accessibility to imagery from multiple sources and higher-level products relevant to ice sheet and glacier dynamics. Activities will include, but not be limited to, algorithm development, dataset calibration and validation, and basic web development.  The researcher will be expected to assist in supervision of student assistants and to present results at scientific conferences and in peer-reviewed scientific journals. The appointment will be for one year, with continuation dependent on performance and availability of funds. Necessary funds for conference travel and computer equipment will also be provided.

Requirements: PhD in relevant field (including Earth Science, Geodesy, Geophysics Computer Science or Engineering) with research experience in one or more of the following: spatial data assimilation, satellite image orthorectification and DEM production, laser and radar altimetry, and/or interferometry.  Extensive programming experience in science and engineering languages (e.g. Matlab, IDL, Python), unix/linux operating systems, and basic knowledge of web server languages (html, Javascript, etc.).

Salary: $42-$52K per year, depending on qualifications, with OSU staff benefits. A description of benefits can be found at
http://hr.osu.edu/benefits/.

Availability: Open until filled. Negotiable start date.

To apply: Respond by email to Dr. Ian Howat (howat.4@osu.edu) with:
1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Research Statement
3. Contact information (name, position, email) for at least three professional references.