Postdoctoral Scholar Research
About the role
The Optical Oceanography Lab (OOL) at the College of Marine Science (CMS), University of South Florida (USF) is offering 1-2 Postdoctoral Scholar positions in the field of optical remote sensing from satellite platforms.
Responsibilities
- Support Federal- and State-funded research projects involving optical remote sensing of aquatic environments.
- Advance the current state-of-the-art in algorithm and product development for water quality parameters and benthic properties in optically complex and/or optically shallow waters.
- Assessment of algal blooms and quantification of biogeochemical properties in coastal and inland waters.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
- A PhD degree in optical oceanography, remote sensing, aquatic science, or closely related field, is required.
- Willingness to work with interdisciplinary research teams and motivation to advance science through both independent activities and collaborative research.
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated excellence in scholarly creativity and productivity, with potential foci including ocean color research and applications, such as algorithm development, radiative transfer simulations, bio-optical inversion, atmospheric correction, or algal bloom and water quality assessments for optically complex waters.
- Relevant coding experience (e.g., Python) is preferred, as is prior work applying high-level analytical approaches (e.g., machine learning, Bayesian statistics) to satellite remote sensing datasets.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- A PhD degree in optical oceanography, remote sensing, aquatic science, or closely related field, is required.
- Willingness to work with interdisciplinary research teams and motivation to advance science through both independent activities and collaborative research.
About Us
Working at USF
- With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area.
- We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold.
- Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement.
Compliance and Federal Notices
This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.