Research Scientist

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The Earth Systems Research Center, University of New Hampshire (UNH), has an immediate opening for a Research Scientist I. The successful candidate will work with a global ecologist (Dr. Jingfeng Xiao, UNH) and will be employed via UNH, working physically on campus. This position is funded by NASA and NSF and can be renewed annually depending on satisfactory performance and availability of funding.

• (90%) Combine satellite observations, in‑situ measurements, machine learning, statistical techniques, and modeling approaches to better understand terrestrial carbon and water cycles and their responses to global change. Lead preparation of journal articles and conference presentations.
• (5%) Participate in proposal writing and grant applications.
• (5%) Supervise high school interns, graduate students, and/or postdoctoral research associates.

• A Ph.D. in areas such as forestry/natural resources, ecology, ecohydrology, remote sensing, atmospheric sciences/meteorology, biogeosciences, environmental science, geography, or a related field is required.
• Applicants should be enthusiastic, creative, and highly motivated.
• Ideal candidates should have experience in satellite remote sensing, processing of large data sets, machine learning, scientific computing and programming, and synthesis of in‑situ observations. Strong communication, writing, and programming skills, a publication record and multiple years of postdoctoral experience are highly desirable.

Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the Resume/Cover Letter section of your application:

• Resume/CV

Applications that are missing any required items may not move forward for consideration. Additional uploaded documents not requested will not be reviewed.

Please be advised that this position is supported by external sponsor funding. Continued employment is contingent upon availability of those external funds; if the sponsor funding is reduced or discontinued, employment may be modified or terminated in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.

Durham, New Hampshire

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

$45,790.00 - $81,530.00