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Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Remote Phenology and Climate Change

21 Feb 2024

Job Information

Organisation/Company
UNESP São Paulo State University
Department
Biodiversity
Research Field
Environmental science » Ecology
Environmental science » Earth science
Researcher Profile
First Stage Researcher (R1)
Country
Brazil
Application Deadline
Type of Contract
Not Applicable
Job Status
Full-time
Hours Per Week
49
Offer Starting Date
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by an EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
Yes

Offer Description

We are looking for a highly motivated researcher, with a history of research in the areas of Ecology, Phenology and Remote Sensing (land surface and near-surface phenology) and the ability to work collaboratively. This is a postdoc position to work at the São Paulo State University's Institute of Biosciences (IB-UNESP) in Rio Claro, Brazil.

Candidates must present a doctorate in Ecology or related areas (e.g. Remote Sensing, Plant Biology, Conservation), obtained in the last 7 years. The candidate must have skills in developing scientific proposals, fluent communication and writing in English and research experience proven by publications. Requirements include ability to organize and analyze large volumes of data, availability for fieldwork, and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. Experience with image processing (phenocameras, satellite), time series analysis, and proficiency in programming languages (R, Python) and artificial intelligence are highly desirable.

The position is open to candidates of any nationality. The duration of the scholarship is 24 months and the value is R$ 9,047.40 monthly and includes a Technical Reserve equivalent to 10% of the annual total to meet unforeseen expenses related to the research. Researchers from outside São Paulo/Brazil may be eligible for travel/installation assistance.

Registration by email (patricia.morellato@unesp.br). Documentation: CV (Curriculum Lattes or Google Scholar link); Letter of motivation/interest; two letters of recommendation.

Requirements

Research Field
Environmental science » Ecology
Education Level
PhD or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications

Candidates must present a doctorate in Ecology or related areas (e.g. Remote Sensing, Plant Biology, Conservation), obtained in the last 7 years. The position is open to candidates of any nationality. The duration of the scholarship is 24 months. The candidate must have skills in developing scientific proposals, fluent communication and writing in English and research experience proven by publications. Requirements include ability to organize and analyze large volumes of data, availability for fieldwork, and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. Experience with image processing (phenocameras, satellite), time series analysis, and proficiency in programming languages (R, Python) and artificial intelligence are highly desirable.

 

Specific Requirements

Research experience comproved by publications.

Languages
ENGLISH
Level
Excellent
Research Field
Environmental science » EcologyEnvironmental science » Earth science
Years of Research Experience
1 - 4

Additional Information

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
Unesp
Country
Brazil
State/Province
São Paulo
City
Rio Claro
Postal Code
13506-900
Street
Av. 24A, 1515
Geofield

Where to apply

E-mail
patricia.morellato@unesp.br

Contact

State/Province
São Paulo
City
Rio Claro
Website
Street
Av. 24A, 1515
Postal Code
13506-900