A successful applicant will have a doctoral degree in the field of remote sensing, bio-optical modelling, space technology or other relevant field. You have expertise in the use of satellite and remote sensing observations in research, bio-optical modeling, or an understanding of bio-geochemical processes. You recognize the possibilities and shortcomings of satellite observations to produce information for national and international environmental monitoring obligations of different themes. You have basic programming skills for research needs (e.g. you have basic skills and an interest in learning and using the Python programming language as a research tool). Experience and interest in leading projects and participating in the acquisition of funding is considered an advantage.

In addition, we especially consider general-level user experience of Copernicus Data Space Ecosystem or Sentinel Hub, geospatial software and software related to processing satellite observations (QGIS, SNAP) as an advantage. We also consider knowledge of programming-related practices and version control skills (Git, DevOps) as an advantage.

A Post Doc level researcher has completed their PhD within the last 10 years and has a minimum of 5 years of research work experience (including prior to completing the PhD and after it). They master research methods in their own field and have an ability to work as a researcher relatively independently.

A person who has received permission to defend their dissertation before submitting the application can also be selected for the position. A person already working at the research institute can also be selected for the position.

This postdoc position can be filled by a younger researcher who has recently completed their doctorate, or a more experienced researcher who has already conducted independent research work, e.g. via leading small projects. A person's experience affects the determination of salary.

As personal qualities, we hope that you have the desire and ability to work in multidisciplinary international teams and in applied research. You are analytical, enthusiastic and cooperative. You are open to new research topics and actively follow the development of your own research field. You are happy to work as part of a group and take responsibility for achieving the group's goals. You understand your own role as a promoter of well-being at work.

You need excellent English skills in the task.

• English
  • Speaking: Excellent
  • Writing: Excellent
  • Understanding: Excellent

The person selected for the position might need to undergo concise 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.

Jenni Attila, Group manager, Leading researcher
+358 295 251 078
jenni.attila@syke.fi
(Best available during morning hours, via email, travelling between 18th and 25th of November)

Saku Anttila, Head of Unit
+358 295 251 069
saku.anttila@syke.fi

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 Finnish Environment Institute (Syke) supports the building of a sustainable society with research, information, and services. We bear global responsibility and ambitiously seek to make an impact. Our objective is sustainability transformation! The society needs immediate decisions to build a better world fairly and cross-generationally. We offer our expertise for this change.

We are working to stop biodiversity loss and climate change. We promote a sustainable circular economy and urban structure, as well as a good state of the seas and inland waters. Our search for new, research-based solutions is creative and enthusiastic. We value constructive teamwork and the diversity of our work community: we invest in equality. Syke is a state research institute with 700 experts and researchers working in Helsinki, Joensuu, Jyväskylä, and Oulu. Our research is largely funded through competitive research funding instruments.

Location
Helsinki

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