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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC | Full Time
$71k-89k (estimate)
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Research Associate - Remote Sensing Specialist
$71k-89k (estimate)
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is Hiring a Remote Research Associate - Remote Sensing Specialist
Posting Information
Department
UNC Inst for the Environment - 635200
Career Area
Research Professionals
Application Deadline
05/12/2024
Position Type
Temporary Staff (EHRA NF)
Position Title
Research Associate - Remote Sensing Specialist
Position Number
20064036
Vacancy ID
N000742
Full-time/Part-time
FTE
1
Hours Per Week
40
Position Location
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
$48,000 - $60,600
Proposed Start Date
06/10/2024
Estimated Duration of Appointment
12 months
Position Information
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A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.
One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.
University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The UNC Institute for the Environment (IE) has a multifaceted mission: (1) To strengthen environmental research capacity across UNC by supporting a multi-disciplinary community of scholars that enhances collaboration, increases sharing of knowledge, and identifies solutions to the world’s critical environmental problems. (2) To work in partnership across UNC and with external partners to coordinate and deliver 21st century educational programs that provide students with the experience and skills to thrive in a growing global economy. (3) To put new environmental knowledge into action by engaging and serving communities, here in North Carolina and around the world. (4) To fuel and harness the university’s sustainability activities through the Sustainable Carolina Initiative
Position Summary
This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.
This position serves as a Research Associate reporting to the Director of the Center for Environmental Modeling for Policy Development, within the Institute for the Environment. The Research Associate – Remote Sensing Specialist will develop estimates of air pollution using data from remote sensing instruments – both current and emerging, and use economic indicators to assess costs and benefits of emissions control measures for air quality management.
This position serves as a Research Associate reporting to the Director of the Center for Environmental Modeling for Policy Development, within the Institute for the Environment. The Research Associate – Remote Sensing Specialist will develop estimates of air pollution using data from remote sensing instruments – both current and emerging, and use economic indicators to assess costs and benefits of emissions control measures for air quality management.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity, will accept a relevant Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution. May require terminal degree and licensure.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
- Advanced degree in a discipline related to the field of geography, atmospheric sciences and climate sciences.
- 3 years of required and 5 years of preferred related training or experience with a focus on using satellite data products, low cost sensors and model datasets for air quality assessments, or combination of training and experience necessary to perform the work.
- Experience and proficiency with processing air quality data from satellite data products such as SENTINEL, OMI, TROPOMI, etc. for both aerosols and NO2, and modeling outputs such as COPERNICUS, etc.
- Experience with processing data from low cost sensors and creating dashboards for assessing spatio-temporal distributions of observed data
- Experience in working with large-scale datasets and remote sensing observations from multiple satellites
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
- Proficiency in statistical methods for analyses of large-scale observations and modeled datasets
- Proficiency in R, Shiny, Python, Raspberry, Javascript, HTML
- Experience in working with large-scale datasets and remote sensing observations from multiple satellites
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
INDUSTRY
Colleges & Universities
SALARY
$71k-89k (estimate)
POST DATE
05/09/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
05/13/2024
WEBSITE
unc.edu
HEADQUARTERS
CHAPEL HILL, NC
SIZE
7,500 - 15,000
FOUNDED
1789
CEO
THOMAS W ROSS
REVENUE
$1B - $3B
INDUSTRY
Colleges & Universities
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About University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
The UNC School of Education is committed to realizing the transformative power of education, and in turn is redefining what it means to educate. Education has the power to break down barriers, lift up individuals, and empower communities to rise and thrive. Here, we build people's minds, spirits, and resolve to make the world a better place through education. At Carolina, we propel the world.
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