Data Scientist / Geoinformatics and Remote Sensing Specialist

We are currently looking for a data scientist/geoinformatics specialist with in-depth knowledge to work on the ADUCAT (Actionable Data Space for Urban Climate Adaptation and related socio-ecological, local Transformation) project. Our main focus is on the development and application of InSAR (Interferometric Synthetic Aperture Radar) algorithms for the investigation of urban infrastructure and their integration into practice-oriented information systems. The working language in the project consortium is German.  

The tasks include: 

• Develop algorithms and analyse geodata, in particular Sentinel-1 radar satellite data
• Develop, optimise, and automate remote sensing analysis workflows
• Develop familiarity with SpatioTemporal Asset Catalogs (STAC) and Open Geospatial Consortium standards (OGC)
• Present project progress clearly and communicate challenges and issues effectively
• Participate in project meetings and maintain regular exchange with project partners
• Present and discuss results in project meetings and workshops
• Prepare project reports accurately
• Prepare publications

Admission Requirements

• Completed MSc in geoinformatics, remote sensing, or a related field with an interest in geomorphology and natural hazards.

Desired Qualification

• Advanced programming skills in Python, etc.
• Knowledge of remote sensing, in particular the evaluation of Sentinel-1 radar satellite data using synthetic aperture radar interferometry (InSAR)
• Experience in software development
• Knowledge of the Linux operating system
• Knowledge of cloud computing
• Knowledge of geodata analysis and geovisualisation
• Ability to work in a team, work independently, and take initiative/responsibility
• Willingness to take on responsibilities and work in a team

We offer an annual gross salary of at least € 52,007.20 for a fulltime position. An overpayment based on qualification and experience is possible.

The Paris Lodron University of Salzburg aims to increase the proportion of women in scientific and general university staff, particularly in leadership positions, and therefore explicitly encourages qualified women to apply. In cases of equal qualification, women will be given preference.

We Offer

• Social and Environmental Responsibility: i.a. bicycle initiatives, art and cultural offerings, sustainability initiative “PLUS Green Campus”
• Comprehensive Financial Benefits: i.a. additional company pension schemes, commuting subsidies, support for the “Klimaticket” (climate ticket), discounts at the USI (University Sports Institute) and the Language Center, numerous corporate cooperations
• Diverse Continuing Education Offerings: i.a. ongoing internal and external training, coaching sessions, Erasmus+ staff training programs
• Life-Phase-Oriented Work: i.a. childcare places for infants, holiday programs, paid lunch breaks, meeting policy
• Health and Preventive Care: i.a. health programs, vaccination and preventive care campaigns, psychological counseling sessions
• Additional Benefits: Click here (German only)

Organisational Unit

The Department of Geoinformatics – Z_GIS is an interdisciplinary centre of competence for Geoinformatics and Earth observation (EO). By applying innovative spatial concepts and methodologies, we contribute to advancing research and to the sustainable management of our societies and environments. The methodological knowledge enriched with a diversified domain expertise provides a fertile ground for the development of new methods and applications thereof.

The Risk, Hazard & Climate Lab at the department aims to identify spatial patterns of risk, hazard and vulnerability through geospatial analysis and remote sensing, integrating inter- and transdisciplinary approaches. To measure, monitor and represent the growing complexity of environmental and societal processes, the lab develops and applies innovative spatial methods and EO data to support a science- and knowledge-based approach to hazard and risk management.

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