"Post-Doctoral Researcher"

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Post-Doctoral Researcher to join our team at the Centre for Remote Sensing Applications (CRSA). The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in advancing our research project focused on leveraging hyperspectral remote sensing for soil fertility mapping and crop nutrient management in selected African nations. The Post-Doctoral Researcher will be responsible for conducting innovative research and developing advanced data fusion techniques to integrate hyperspectral data from multiple sources, including UAVs, Earth Observation satellites, and proximal spectroradiometers. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research that addresses critical challenges in agricultural sustainability and food security across Africa.

Key Duties

• Conduct research to develop advanced data fusion techniques for integrating hyperspectral data for soil fertility mapping.
• Collaborate with project team members to collect and analyze hyperspectral data using UAVs, Earth Observation satellites, and proximal spectroradiometers.
• Lead efforts to validate and calibrate hyperspectral data for soil fertility mapping and crop nutrient management assessments.
• Contribute to the development of spectral libraries and hyperspectral imagery for soil fertility mapping and crop monitoring.
• Disseminate research findings through publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at conferences and workshops.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Remote Sensing, Geoinformatics, Agronomy, or a related field.
• Strong background in hyperspectral remote sensing and image analysis for soil fertility mapping.
• Experience with data fusion techniques and multispectral/hyperspectral data processing.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R for data analysis and processing.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Physically fit and willing to engage in extensive fieldwork in various African countries as part of the research project.