Remote sensing of snow parameters in of Surface Biology and Geology; SBG mission

Remote sensing of snow parameters in support of Surface Biology and Geology (SBG) mission

Organization: National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) at ORAU

Reference Code: 0125-NPP-MAR
26-ARC-Earth Sci

How to Apply: All applications must be submitted in Zintellect. Please review the NASA Postdoctoral Program application instructions. A complete application includes a research proposal, three letters of recommendation, and a copy of the official doctoral transcript.

Final date to receive applications: 3/1/2026 6:00:59 PM Eastern Time Zone

Description: We seek candidates to use hyperspectral imagery in the visible and shortwave infrared and multi- or hyperspectral imagery in the thermal infrared to investigate snow albedo and improve estimates of snow accumulation, snowmelt, ice melt, and sublimation at topographically varied scales. Projects should focus on machine‑learning methods for snow parameter retrieval. The lab conducts work in atmospheric science, radiative transfer, climate dynamics, remote sensing of land surface, aerosols, clouds, and climate change.

Field of Science: Earth Science

Advisors: Charles Gatebe
charles.k.gatebe

Eligibility:

• U.S. Citizens
• U.S. Lawful Permanent Residents (LPR)
• Foreign Nationals eligible for an Exchange Visitor J‑1 visa status
• Applicants for LPR, asylees, or refugees in the U.S. at the time of application with
  1) a valid EAD card and
  2) I‑485 or I‑589 forms in pending status

Note: Applications from citizens of Designated Countries will not be accepted at this time unless they are Legal Permanent Residents of the United States. A complete list of Designated Countries can be found at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Eligibility Requirements: Doctoral Degree.

Questions? Please email npp.