Candidates profile:

• A master’s degree or equivalent in geodesy, geophysics, remote sensing, applied mathematics or physics, computer science, telecommunication engineering with a focus on remote sensing and EO, or similar.
• Knowledge of remote sensing techniques preferably radar techniques; ideally experience in analyzing GNSS or EO data.
• Strong programming skills in MATLAB, Python or C++.
• Highly committed, excellent team-worker, and strong critical thinking.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

The application process will be open until september 30th, Europe Continental Time. 

Apply at the following email address guillaume.carrie@syntony.fr., the email must have a subject line starting with [GLITTER_APPLICATION] 

N.B. All the application must be in English. Applications received in another language will not be considered!

Questions regarding the recruitment can be sent to  guillaume.carrie@syntony.fr.. To be considered, the email must have a subject line starting exactly with [GLITTER_QR] 

Please provide the following four items, all in pdf format:

• Your CV (1 to 2 pages in pdf format)
• A list of grades/diplomas, certificates
• A list of referees (three at least)
• A motivation letter

The four documents should be preferably assembled in a *.zip file with a file name that starts with DC8

GLITTER offers a rich inter-sector training program, with private and academic partners, recognized in all segments of satellite-based Earth observation at microwaves. The program has been designed taking into consideration the “triple i” aspects: international, inter-sectoral, and inter-disciplinary, thanks to the different competences brought by each partner of the network as well as lecturer outside of the consortium with complementary competences

Each host organisation will appoint the successful applicant under an employment contract with a very competitive salary. The fellow is expected to join their host organizations starting from September 1st, 2024 (estimated time). Additional funding for participation to courses, workshops, conferences, etc. is ensured.

All positions include a doctoral track and the successful applicant will be registered for the PhD program at the host institution. The contract provided is a fixed Term Contract of 36 Month (which may be extended up to four years)

The Doctoral Candidate (DC) shall be a national of a EU Member State,.

Researchers must be doctoral candidates (no doctoral degree at the date of recruitment).

The DC must not have resided or carried out her/his main activity (work, studies, etc.) in the country of her/his host organization for more than 12 months in the 3 years immediately prior to her/his recruitment. (Compulsory national service, short stays such as holidays, and time spent as part of a procedure for obtaining refugee status under the Geneva Convention are not considered).

A first selection will be made on basis of CV, list of grades, certificates, list of referees and motivation letter.

Potential candidates will be invited and interviewed by a selection committee. comprising the work package leaders,
who will interact with the Coordination team and the director of the local graduate school. Candidates will be requested to present a short talk.

Selection will be made based on the quality of the candidates and the suitability of their previous research and training
experience to the research of GLITTER. All consortium partners are committed to upholding a work environment
in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.

Commitment to Equality and Diversity:

The GLITTER consortium is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of the project. We particularly encourage applications from women, underrepresented minorities, and individuals with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, aiming to create an inclusive research environment that reflects the diversity of our society. Our policies ensure equal opportunities for all, regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion."