Earth observation data student/project assistant(s)

The division of Geoscience and remote sensing (GEO) is looking for one or several student/project assistants to help us with various projects from mid-August to the end of the year. You will be working closely with us scientists and be involved in ongoing research projects, including to handle data from entirely new Earth observation satellites. Job description You will support a scientist in the handling and analysis of Earth observation data. One position aims to get us started with two new satellite missions, EarthCARE and the Arctic Weather Satellite. The primary responsibilities are to automatise the downloading and perform basic data analysis. For the talented and interested student, it will be possible to get deeper involved in the research, such as performing machine learning-based retrievals (i.e., extracting geophysical data from observations). A possible second position has the aim to download radar images from the satellite Sentinel-1 and the Radarsat constellation mission and compare the satellite images with sea ice information collected during an expedition in the Gulf of Bothnia with the research vessel Skagerak. During the expedition, acoustic data were collected with an autonomous underwater vehicle and aerial photos were taken with a drone. If successful, data from an Arctic expedition with the Swedish icebreaker Oden can also be included. Contract terms The positions are temporary, with August 19 as a tentative start date. Both student (part-time) and project (full-time) positions can be considered (decided after discussion with the applicant), until maximum of December 31. Qualifications A bachelor's degree in the areas of physics or engineering. We will put particular emphasis on: - Strong programming skills and knowledge of Python - An interest in geophysics or physics in general. Meritorious A finalised master´s degree. Good grades in relevant courses. Proven practical skills in programming (such as a project in GitHub, or by some course project). We offer Chalmers offers a cultivating and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg.  Read more about working at Chalmers and our benefits for employees. Chalmers aims to actively improve our gender balance. We work broadly with equality projects, for example the GENIE Initiative on gender equality for excellence. Equality and diversity are substantial foundations in all activities at Chalmers. Application procedure The application should be marked with Name, REF 2024-0302 and be attached as PDF files, as below: • CV In this recruitment process, you will not be asked to attach a personal letter but will instead answer a number of selection questions related to the position. Personal letters attached will not be taken into account. Other documents: - Copies of completed education and grades. Two references that we can contact should be provided at a possible interview. Please use the button at the bottom of the page to reach the application form. We do not accept applications sent by email. Application deadline: June 6 For questions, please contact: Patrick Eriksson (patrick.eriksson@chalmers.se) Leif Eriksson (leif.eriksson@chalmers.se) *** Chalmers declines to consider all offers of further announcement publishing or other types of support for the recruiting process in connection with this position. *** Chalmers University of Technology conducts research and education in engineering sciences, architecture, technology-related mathematical sciences, natural and nautical sciences, working in close collaboration with industry and society. The strategy for scientific excellence focuses on our six Areas of Advance; Energy, Health Engineering, Information and Communication Technology, Materials Science, Production and Transport. The aim is to make an active contribution to a sustainable future using the basic sciences as a foundation and innovation and entrepreneurship as the central driving forces. Chalmers has around 11,000 students and 3,000 employees. New knowledge and improved technology have characterised Chalmers since its foundation in 1829, completely in accordance with the will of William Chalmers and his motto: Avancez!