Apply as a Postdoctoral Researcher in drone technologies at the National Land Survey's Geospatial Research Institute!
We are seeking talented postdoctoral researchers for the National Land Survey's Geospatial Research Institute (FGI) in a three-year fixed-term position from June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2028.
Finnish Geospatial Research Institute has a cutting-edge drone research infrastructure that includes dedicated test areas, a versatile drone fleet, drone-in-a-box systems, a variety of sensors, and robotic drones (learn more at www.dronefinland.fi
This postdoctoral position is part of the Finnish state research institutes' postdoctoral program, funded by Finland’s long-term research and development plan. The program will recruit 85 new postdoctoral researchers across 12 Finnish government research institutes from 2025 to 2028. Its aim is to strengthen R&D competence in fields important to society and business. Postdoctoral researchers will conduct impactful, high-level research that combines science, industry, and government. The program also supports networking and mobility across sectors. Learn more: https://tulanet.fi/postdoc/
Read more about the position:
https://www.maanmittauslaitos.fi/en/tyopaikat/toihin-paikkatietokeskukseen
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Details
- https://valtiolle.fi/en/jobs/postdoctoral-researcher-drone-technologies-8800/
- National Land Survey of Finland
- TemporaryAll jobsEmploymentOffice working hoursSpecialists
- 8800
- 1.6.2025 - 31.5.2028
- 3743€ (0%) - 5881€ (45%)
- 19.11.2024 13:15 - 31.12.2024 16:15
- Etelä-PohjanmaaAlajärviSelect an area of responsibilityPossibility to work remotelyScience / research / development and statistics
A doctoral degree in geomatics, photogrammetry, remote sensing, physics, automation technology, robotics or a relevant field is required. The degree must have been completed within the last five years (or within ten years in special circumstances). Candidates who have been granted permission for their doctoral defense by the application deadline are also eligible. The role is open to both early-career and experienced researchers, including those already working within the research institute. The selected candidate’s experience will influence salary determination.
To succeed in this position, we hope you are highly motivated, self-directed, creative, and innovative. The role involves extensive collaboration with other researchers and external partners, so strong interaction, collaboration, and communication skills are essential. Key qualities include the ability to conduct independent research and work actively with others, publish and clearly present research findings, and secure future research funding.
Expected expertise (strong experience in many areas, with the motivation and skill set to develop excellence in others):
• Experience and strong motivation to develop cutting-edge drone remote sensing technology.
• Experience in integrating and calibrating remote sensing sensors and systems, such as photogrammetric cameras, hyper/multispectral/thermal cameras, LiDARs, GNSS, and IMUs onboard drones.
• Proficiency in setting up data processing pipelines, including georeferencing, reflectance calibration, analysis, and efficient data organization and management for large datasets.
• Proven programming skills (e.g., C/C++, Git, Python, ROS).
• Demonstrated ability to write scientific publications in the field of the position.
Additional qualifications we hope the candidate possesses:
• Knowledge on autonomous systems and edge computing.
• Ability to design and conduct test scenarios for evaluating sensors, systems, and applications.
• Familiarity with drone regulation.
Excellent proficiency in English is required for this position.
- English
- Speaking: Excellent
- Writing: Excellent
- Understanding: Excellent
The person selected for the position might need to undergo standard security clearance vetting with the applicant’s consent (Security Clearance Act 726/2014). More detailed information on the procedure and the subject's rights is available at www.supo.fi.
Prof. Eija Honkavaara (reachable on 12.12.2024 9 - 11 and 20.12.2024 9 - 11)
eija.honkavaara@nls.fi
+358401920835
Primarily, we request applicants to submit their applications electronically via the Valtiolle.fi service. However, you can also apply for this job by delivering your application to the Registry Office’s postal address. Both the application and the envelope must feature the ID number of the position applied for. The letter must be delivered by the end of the application period.
The Registry the National Land Survey of Finland
P.O. BOX 84
00521 Helsinki
The National Land Survey provides information, services, and research on land property. In addition to geospatial research, we conduct cadastral surveys, maintain property information, produce maps, handle registrations of title deeds and mortgages, and develop information systems.
The National Land Survey's Geospatial Research Institute (FGI) is a modern, innovative, flexible, and collaborative research and expert institution that conducts geospatial research and measurement in collaboration with universities, other research institutes, public entities, and companies in Finland and worldwide.
The Department of Remote Sensing and Photogrammetry excels in sensor-driven remote sensing and advanced data processing techniques. The Photogrammetry and Hyperspectral imaging group and the DroneFinland team (https://dronefinland.fi/
Location
Alajärvi
You can work at one of our following locations
Paavolantie 1
62900 Alajärvi
Other information of the position
• CV, preferably following the model recommended by the Finnish National Board on Research Integrity (TENK) at http://www.tenk.fi/fi/tutkijan-ansioluettelomalli
• List of publications, up to the 10 most significant works.
• A free format motivation letter where the candidate will position themselves against the requirement and additional qualifications of the position.
The National Land Survey adheres to the national recommendation for responsible research evaluation in researcher recruitment.
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