Earth Science: Remote Sensing and Modeling of Terrestrial Hydrology

About the role

The Hydrological Sciences Laboratory at Goddard Space Flight Center seeks a post-doctoral candidate with expertise in remote sensing-based hydrological research, modeling, and applications. The ideal candidate will contribute to understanding, quantifying, and analyzing components of the hydrological cycle using innovative remote sensing and numerical modeling techniques.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the understanding, quantification, and analysis of components of the hydrological cycle, including soil moisture, snow, ground and surface waters, precipitation, evapotranspiration, and runoff.
• Incorporate remote sensing and numerical modeling techniques into prediction systems, decision support tools, and studies of land-atmosphere interactions.
• Develop and coordinate with ongoing and future NASA water-related space missions, working groups, and field campaigns.
• Collaborate with advisors and other researchers to advance the field of hydrology and Earth system science.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in Earth Science, Environmental Science, Hydrology, Hydrometeorology, Hydroclimatology, or a related field.
• Experience in remote sensing, hydrologic modeling, and data assimilation.
• Knowledge of NASA Earth Science satellite missions and related research.

Qualifications

• Strong background in hydrology, hydrologic remote sensing, hydrometeorology, hydroclimatology, environmental science, and/or Earth system modeling.
• Experience with machine learning and data assimilation techniques.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Skills

• Remote sensing and numerical modeling techniques.
• Data analysis and interpretation.
• Collaborative research and team work.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within NASA.
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment.
• Flexible work schedule.

Pay

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time, permanent position.

Contact Information

For questions about this opportunity, please email npp@orau.org.

Application Instructions

A complete application to the NASA Postdoctoral Program includes:

• Research proposal
• Three letters of recommendation
• Official doctoral transcript documents