{"job":{"jobId":752,"fk_accountId":null,"fk_organizationId":797,"fk_adminAccountId":null,"title":"Senior Researcher, Remote Sensing","description":"\n<p><b>Job Description </b></p>\n<p>The NSSTC is looking to hire a Remote Sensing Senior Researcher to support the development of NSSTC Space mission projects and R&D activities.</p>\n<p><em>Overall objectives of the job are: </em></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Develop advanced classification methods to build the habitat maps of UAE using very high resolution satellite data.</li>\n<li>Develop approaches for accuracy assessment of the habitat maps by means of extensive field sampling protocols and statistical methods.</li>\n<li>Provide high quality research support and undertake internationally competitive research aimed at publication thereby contributing to the academic and research mission of UAEU and the NSSTC. The NSSTC is looking to hire a Remote Sensing Senior Researcher to support the development of NSSTC Space mission projects and R&D activities.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><em>Overall objectives of the job are: </em></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Develop advanced classification methods to build the habitat maps of UAE using very high resolution satellite data.</li>\n<li>Develop approaches for accuracy assessment of the habitat maps by means of extensive field sampling protocols and statistical methods.</li>\n<li>Provide high quality research support and undertake internationally competitive research aimed at publication thereby contributing to the academic and research mission of UAEU and the NSSTC.</li>\n<li>Leading a team of junior engineers to perform cutting-edge algorithms development.</li>\n<li>Ability to present research plans and findings in a convincing style, both in oral and written modes of communication.</li>\n<li>The senior researcher is expected to perform tasks with minimum support from the advisor.</li>\n<li>The ability to work with students at UAE University as a mentor is required. Travel may be required – both domestic and international.</li>\n<li>The position is located at the NSSTC facility in Al Ain.</li>\n<li>Compensation based on experience level.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><em>Your responsibilities will include: </em></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Work on the development of satellite derived habitat maps. As a part of the job, the candidate is expected to closely work with our stakeholders including UAE Space Agency, Environment Agency of Abu Dhabi and Ministry of Climate Change and Environment.</li>\n<li>Manage a database of satellite data and the GIS data of the developed maps. The candidate is also expected to track the project deliverables including monthly reports and assist the PI in producing the deliverables on time to the external sponsor.</li>\n<li>Supervise and train undergraduate and graduate students who will be involved in the project.</li>\n<li>Publication of at least one article per year</li>\n<li>Organize four lectures to students and public every year</li>\n<li>Coach and train UAE national new recruits</li>\n<li>Develop training materials on relevant topics</li>\n</ul>\n<p><b>Minimum Qualification </b></p>\n<ul>\n<li>MSc or higher in remote sensing or relevant field</li>\n</ul>\n<p><b>Preferred Qualification </b></p>\n<ul>\n<li>3 or more years of experience on remote sensing</li>\n</ul>\n<p><b>Expected Skills/Rank/Experience </b></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Strong background/experience in signal and image processing, with applications including EO/IR satellite imagery data experience</li>\n<li>Robust understanding of EO/IR sensors</li>\n<li>Fundamental understanding of detection, estimation, and optimization theories</li>\n<li>Proficient in high-performance language for technical computing (e.g., MATLAB)</li>\n<li>Self-motivated</li>\n<li>Ability to take personal responsibility for projects and work independently</li>\n</ul>\n<p><b>Division</b> National Space Science&Tech. Center</p>\n<p><b>Department</b> Research and Development Unit</p>\n<p><b>Job Close Date</b> open until filled</p>\n<p><b>Job Category</b> Staff</p>\n","pdfUrl1":null,"location":"Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates","location1":"아시아","location2":null,"location3":null,"type":"2","applyUrl":"https://jobs.uaeu.ac.ae/search.jsp?action=search","fileUrl1":"","fileUrl2":"","fileUrl3":"","fileUrl4":"","fileUrl5":null,"fileUrl6":null,"fileUrl7":null,"workingHour":"Full Time","contractType":"Permanent","salary":"","original_id":"UNI|194415","original_domain":"https://www.timeshighereducation.com/unijobs","original_url":"https://www.timeshighereducation.com/unijobs/listing/194415/senior-researcher-remote-sensing/?LinkSource=PremiumListing","original_isPremium":"true","closeType":2,"closedAt":null,"requireEducation":10,"managerTel":"","managerFax":"","managerEmail":"","managerName":"UNITED ARAB EMIRATES UNIVERSITY","managerPhone":"","managerAddress":null,"log_hit":4,"log_like":0,"publishState":1,"organizationName":null,"organizationName_en":null,"organizationName_alt":null,"createdAt":"2020-01-27T09:00:00.000Z","updatedAt":null},"organization":{"organizationId":797,"lv1Id":null,"lv2Id":null,"name":"United Arab Emirates University","name_en":"United Arab Emirates University","name_alt":",","introduction":"<p>The United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) is the first and the largest academic institution in the United Arab Emirates. UAEU was founded by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan in 1976. Today, the university continues to fulfill his progressive vision, contributing to the development of the United Arab Emirates as a model for the Arab world and a successful example of a peaceful, safe, and a fast growing cosmopolitan society.</p><p>Culturally diverse and politically stable, the UAE provides a safe, attractive, culturally vibrant environment and advantageous conditions to live, work and do business in. The metropolis of Dubai and Abu Dhabi are both renowned for their iconic touristic attractions, immersive cultural districts, and world-class shopping malls and are approximately a one-hour drive away from UAEU campus. UAEU is located in Al Ain also known as the city of the Oasis which features their iconic green hilly-park and their highest mountain, Green Mubazzara and Jebel Hafeet. Here you can enjoy a light hike, a picnic and go for a dip in the parks natural hot springs.</p><p> </p><p>UAEU is also known as a comprehensive, research-intensive university committed to innovation and excellence in teaching and research. The university currently enrolls approximately 14,000 students from 64 countries. As the UAE’s flagship university, UAEU offers a full range of internationally accredited, high-quality graduate and undergraduate programs through nine Colleges: Business and Economics, Science, Education, Engineering, Food and Agriculture, Humanities and Social Science, IT, Law, Medicine and Health Sciences. The Colleges are hosted by ultra-modern facilities equipped with state-of-the art technology, and offer a full range of student support services and extra-curricular activities.</p><p>The university has also established research centers of strategic importance for the country and the region, which are advancing knowledge in critical areas ranging from water resources to cancer treatments. UAEU’s Science and Innovation Park with professional qualifications and their cooperative programs works alongside business, industry, and public institutions to provide the nation with innovative research solutions while employing highly innovative graduates.</p><p> </p><p>Finally, UAEU promotes independent thinking based, first and foremost, on academic excellence. The university employs some of the world’s leading academics whose research feeds into their teaching, thus creating a dynamic, engaging, and inspiring learning environment. The success of UAEU is driven by its exceptional staff, students and alumni, underpinned by modern curricula, visionary research projects, and an outstanding network of international collaborations with companies, organizations, and other academic institutions. </p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Statistics</strong></p><p>14,000+ Students (Full & Part-time)<br>Students from 64 Countries<br>9 Colleges<br>9 Research Centers<br>A Science & Innovation Park<br>46 Student Clubs & Societies<br>160+ Labs</p>","logoImg":"","logoImgSquare":"https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/jobs.ac.kr/dev/images/fgdlkjsfdsd_689442937141.png","homepageUrl":"https://www.uaeu.ac.ae/","infoUrl":"https://www.timeshighereducation.com/world-university-rankings/united-arab-emirates-university","country":"AE","state":"Al-Ain","location":"아시아","address":"P.O.Box 15551, Al-Ain, United Arab Emirates","phoneNumber":"+971 3 767 3333","faxNumber":"","type":1,"univType1":"대학","univType2":"대학교","univType3":"","univType4":"본교","establishedAt":"1976-01-05T00:00:00.000Z","count_majors":null,"count_students":null,"meta_competitiveness":"","publishState":1,"updatedAt":"2020-03-24T16:08:21.000Z","createdAt":"2020-03-04T20:13:07.000Z","default_1_bannerImage":null,"default_1_bannerImageMobile":null,"default_2_bannerImage":null,"default_2_bannerImageMobile":null,"default_3_bannerImage":"https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/jobs.ac.kr/dev/images/UNITEDARABEMIRATES_610247055500.jpg","default_3_bannerImageMobile":"https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/jobs.ac.kr/dev/images/UNITEDARABEMIRATES_1453622262265.jpg"}}