Assistant Research Scientist – Remote Sensing, Geospatial Data Analytics

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Texas.

📋 Description

• Oversee the remote sensing and geospatial analytics segment of the Texas Conservation & Sustainability Initiative (TCSI) - focusing on the monitoring, measuring, reporting, and verification (MMRV) aspect of the project.

• Engage in the synthesis, integration, and analysis of extensive datasets acquired from remote sensing platforms, including satellite imagery, online databases, and ground sensors, while creating pipelines for multi-source data integration systems in the agricultural sector.

• Contribute to the publication of peer-reviewed articles and assist in grant writing efforts.

• Facilitate projects aimed at the development of digital twin systems, models, and user interfaces for visualizations, mapping, forecasting, and recommendations.

• Guide graduate students in the fields of geospatial science/engineering and remote sensing.

• Execute additional job-related responsibilities as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Ph.D. in Remote Sensing, Geospatial Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, or a closely related field.

• Relevant professional experience in the field.

• Proficient in processing, analyzing, and modeling remote sensing data, particularly satellite imagery (both optical and radar/SAR).

• Expertise in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and geospatial data analytics.

• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms, geospatial databases, and large-scale data processing workflows is preferred.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven track record of publishing in reputable peer-reviewed journals.

• Capability to collaborate in interdisciplinary research settings and actively contribute to team-oriented projects.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance, with contributions from Texas A&M AgriLife toward employee health and basic life premiums.

• 12-15 days of paid holidays annually.

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and a minimum of eight hours of paid vacation each month.

• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.

• Participation in the Employee Wellness Initiative at Texas A&M AgriLife.