[Remote] Informing conservation practices through the use of novel remote sensing datasets

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. ORAU is involved in the NASA Postdoctoral Program, which offers unique research opportunities to scientists. The role involves utilizing NASA Earthdata to assess ecological conditions and support conservation goals, contributing to research that impacts ecosystem health and functionality. Responsibilities • Utilize NASA Earthdata— primarily EMIT, ECOSTRESS, and potentially PACE—to assess ecological conditions and support applied conservation goals • Contribute to cutting-edge research and make a tangible impact on ecosystem health and functionality in Southern Africa • Engage with prospective collaborators in the region • Detect and study invasive alien plants • Study fire regime disruption • Monitor occurrence of soil erosion • Analyze spatial and temporal variation in biocrusts • Evaluate changes in ecosystem health and functionality Skills • PhD in: Environmental Science, Earth System Science, Hydrology, Physics, or a related field • Strong scientific background • Excellent oral and written communication skills in English • Detail oriented • Ability to work both independently and in close collaboration with others • Excellent abilities in programming (Matlab, Python, or similar) • Familiar with processing big data • Interest in working on an applied science project • Prior experience of working with existing satellite data Company Overview • ORAU provides innovative scientific and technical solutions to advance research and education, protect public health and the environment and strengthen national security. It was founded in 1946, and is headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://www.orau.org/. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job