Doctoral Position in Earth Observation and Remote Sensing

The company, ETH Zurich, is involved in research, and this role is a Doctoral Position in Earth Observation and Remote Sensing. The research will focus on developing methods and algorithms for multi-modal synthetic aperture radar to estimate environmental parameters in arctic regions. The main day-to-day responsibilities of this position are not explicitly stated, but the research will involve investigating TanDEM-X difference digital elevation models to detect retrogressive thaw slumps on various scales. The data source for this research will be the TanDEM-X German Satellite mission. To be considered for this position, candidates must hold a master's degree or diploma in a field such as electrical engineering, geomatics engineering, geophysics, or physics, with a background in digital signal processing and/or image processing. They must also have strong analytical skills and programming experience in languages like Matlab, Python, or C/C++. Fluency in English is required, and a valid driver's license is necessary. Nice-to-have skills include experience in SAR data processing or array signal processing. The company values diversity and sustainability, and the successful candidate will be part of a multidisciplinary and international research team. ETH Zurich offers various benefits, including public transport season tickets and childcare, and encourages an inclusive culture. The company is working towards a climate-neutral future and promotes equality of opportunity.