Apply as a Postdoctoral Researcher in laser scanning at the National Land Survey's Geospatial Research Institute!
We are seeking talented postdoctoral researchers for the National Land Survey's Geospatial Research Institute in a three-year fixed-term position from June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2028.
The Department of Remote Sensing and Photogrammetry are looking for a poctdoctoral researcher to develop and utilize multi-modal point cloud processing methodology in multidisciplinary research applications. The selected applicant will take part in managing and further developing point cloud processing frameworks related to the Scan4Est Research Infrastructure and the UNITE Flagship and contributing towards their scientific publications and impact. A successful candidate will have a wide experience in working with different point cloud and photogrammetric platforms, their data, and processing techniques and analysis. This requires strong programming and scripting skills. We also value skills in knowledge transfer and clear communication in the form of open publishing of methods and data.
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-laser-scanning-8806/
- National Land Survey of Finland
- TemporaryAll jobsEmploymentOffice working hoursSpecialists
- 8806
- 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, physics, surveying, 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.
• Demonstrated skills in developing laser scanning and/or photogrammetric sensor platforms and/or managing data collected with them
• Demonstrated skills in developing and managing processing pipelines for multi-modal point cloud and/or photogrammetric data with own and/or commercial software
• Strong experience with one or more of the following programming languages: C, C++, Python, MATLAB, Rust, Julia
• Strong publication record on developing point cloud and/or photogrammetric processing methods and their applications.
We also hope the candidate meets the following qualifications:
• Experience with point cloud processing in High Performance Computing platforms
• Experience in publishing open data and methods related to point cloud processing
• Experience with communicating own research with non-specialists and in multidisciplinary collaboration
• Active participation in international collaboration
• Experience in teaching and supervising students on point cloud processing and/or photogrammetry
• Experience with other open and commercial scientific software, especially on GIS, R, databases, and in signal processing
• Familiarity with dense and multitemporal point cloud time series
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.
Assoc. Prof. Eetu Puttonen (reachable on 22 Nov 2024 and 26 Nov 2024 between 08 and 11 o’clock (CET))
eetu.puttonen@nls.fi
+358 29 531 4868
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 (FGI-KAUKO) excels is sensor-driven remote sensing and related data processing techniques. We develop and manage a wide variety of both self-built and commercial laser scanning sensors and platforms that can be personal, ground-based static or mobile, or mounted on UAV and airborne platforms.
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, including up to the 10 most significant works
• A free format motivation letter where the candidate will position themselves against the requirements and additional qualifications of the position (max. 2 pages)
The National Land Survey adheres to the national recommendation for responsible research evaluation in researcher recruitment.
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