Postdoctoral Researcher in Satellite Remote Sensing (Glaciology)

University of Liverpool

Liverpool

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As part of the UKRI funded Glaciers and Ice Sheets in a Warming World project, we have an exciting opportunity for a postdoctoral researcher with specific expertise in satellite remote sensing to join the project team. This post is fixed term until 31 January 2028.

During the project, you will focus on the remote sensing of icebergs in Greenland’s fjords, with the potential to up‑scale around the Arctic, and on the behaviour of the regions’ marine terminating glaciers using optical, SAR, DEM, and/or altimetry data. This work will address research questions related to marine terminating glacier stability, changes in iceberg calving behaviour, and the trajectories and lifespans of icebergs.

You will work with satellite data currently held in the cloud, so familiarity with one or more cloud‑based platforms such as Google Earth Engine, Microsoft Planetary Computer, and/or Amazon Web Services (or similar) is essential. The role will also involve developing automated workflows for the analysis of existing remote sensing data archives and potentially near‑real‑time analysis. You will work with the Principal Investigator (Professor James Lea) to agree a programme of work that delivers project aims while drawing on your strengths, and there will be opportunities to pursue your own research ideas related to the overall project aims.

Pre‑existing knowledge of and working with data from glacial environments is desirable, though candidates who currently apply remote sensing techniques to non‑glacial environments and have ideas for how their knowledge could be transferred will be considered and are actively encouraged to apply.

If you are still awaiting your PhD to be awarded you will be appointed at Grade 6, spine point 30. Upon written confirmation that you have been awarded your PhD, your salary will be increased to Grade 7, spine point 31.

Commitment to Diversity The University of Liverpool is committed to enhancing workforce diversity. We actively seek to attract, develop, and retain colleagues with diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all genders/gender identities, Black, Asian, or Minority Ethnic backgrounds, individuals living with a disability, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Work Experience: PhD in satellite remote sensing or related discipline, strong programming and data analysis skills, experience with cloud‑based remote sensing platforms, and familiarity with glaciology or marine science are highly desirable.

Compensation: Fixed‑term contract until 31 January 2028. Grade 6, spine point 30 until PhD awarded; Grade 7, spine point 31 thereafter.

Benefits: University of Liverpool provides a supportive work environment with access to research facilities, professional development opportunities, and an inclusive academic community.

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