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Research Associate-Fixed Term

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Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff
Personnel Sub Area: FAS- Fac./Acad Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Social Science
Department: Global Chg & Earth Observations, Ctr For 10038379
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Research/Scientific, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union, Remote-Friendly

Position Summary

The position is in support of NASA funded research that involves quantitative remote sensing, information extraction and manipulation and processing of terrestrial satellite data. Strong candidates will have experience with machine learning, satellite data processing, computer programming, and will have published research in the peer reviewed literature.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate

Minimum Requirements

The successful candidate is required to have a PhD with a quantitative background, at least three years computer programming experience, and first authored publication(s) in the peer reviewed literature.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with machine learning.
  • Experience programming and using scripts in a Linux environment.
  • Experience using polar orbiting coarse resolution and moderate resolution (e.g. Landsat or Sentinel-2) satellite data.
  • Experience with commercial satellite data (e.g. Planetscope).
  • Good oral and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a team.
  • Willingness to continue to write research articles.

Required Application Materials

The application should include (i) cover letter; (ii) a full current CV; (iii) the names, positions, and contact information for two referees; and (iv) one or two published journal manuscripts with primary authorship by the applicant.

Together-we-will Statement

The university is requiring all MSU students, faculty and staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 with limited exceptions. Learn more at: https://msu.edu/together-we-will/

Special Instructions

If you have questions about this position please contact Dr. David Roy (roydavi1@msu.edu).

Review of Applications Begins On

06/08/2022

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

Website

http://www.globalchange.msu.edu/

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.

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