Are you passionate about utilizing and advancing remote sensing techniques for biodiversity monitoring, research, and ecosystem accounting? Do you hold a master’s degree in a relevant field and aspire to pursue a research-oriented career?
We are seeking a researcher to strengthen Syke's expertise in geospatial and remote sensing methods and their application in biodiversity monitoring, research, and ecosystem accounting tasks.
The responsibilities of the recruited researcher will include applying geospatial and remote sensing methods to biodiversity, and especially habitats, in related applications; key focus areas will be the development of remote sensing methods for monitoring changes in the ecological quality of habitats under the EU Habitats Directive, as well as the comparison, evaluation, and harmonization of monitoring methods based on remote sensing data with other European countries. In these tasks, particular emphasis will be on optical and radio frequency data obtained from satellites (e.g., ESA and NASA satellite programs) and aerial means (drones and aerial survey campaigns). The use and processing of these datasets will highlight the importance of various classification algorithms and pattern recognition methods, particularly machine learning-based approaches in recent times. Efficient processing of these datasets also requires strong knowledge of cloud-based data storage and processing methods, as well as the desire and ability for continuous self-improvement. The role and our collaboration network provide an opportunity to develop into an international expert in this field. It is also possible to combine this role with postgraduate studies. The specific job description will be defined based on the selected researcher's skills and areas of interest.
The recruited researcher will contribute to several of Syke’s ongoing research projects, including the EU-funded Biodiversa+ (https://www.biodiversa.eu/ ) and Obsgession (https://obsgession.eu/) projects, as well as the Eurostat-funded ECOPLASMA project (Developing statistics and accounts for ecosystem services, plastic waste and material flows). Within these national and international initiatives, you will collaborate with Syke’s team of experts. Beyond project participation, you will also contribute to the expansion of our project portfolio by assisting in the development of new funding proposals.
The context to the task:
National and EU obligations related to the state of the environment and its monitoring (such as the Habitats Directive and ecosystem accounting) create pressure to adopt new methods. In particular, broad-based, environmental monitoring methods, harmonized both nationally and at the EU level, have gained significant importance due to the growing global environmental pressures and threats. The management and utilization of geospatial information, remote sensing, and the large datasets they produce play a central role in conducting regionally comprehensive and, at the same time, cost-effective monitoring of nature and habitats. Furthermore, data production for ecosystem accounting requires expertise in producing background information needed for the accounting from satellite observations.
The task will be positioned to The quality of information unit. Syke maintains offices in Helsinki, Joensuu, Jyväskylä, and Oulu, providing flexibility for the location of this role. You can express your wish concerning the office location. We work in an open space office and activity-based environment, but flexible remote working is our working standard today.
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Details
- https://valtiolle.fi/en/jobs/researcher-geospatial-and-remote-sensing-methods-in-biodiversity-monitoring-research-and-ecosystem-accounting-tasks-7175/
- Suomen ympäristökeskus Syke
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- 7175
- 1.1.2025 or as agreed
- EUR 3885-4113/month
- 10.9.2024 09:32 - 24.9.2024 15:00
- Keski-SuomiJyväskyläPohjois-KarjalaJoensuuPohjois-PohjanmaaOuluUusimaaHelsinkiSelect an area of responsibilityScience / research / development and statistics
A successful applicant has a higher university degree in a relevant field such as environmental science, biology, geography, or engineering. In addition to a suitable degree, the role requires an interest in and a demonstrated solid knowledge base and practical experience with remote sensing methods, either through education, work experience, or other means, as well as their application in environmental monitoring.
Proficiency in programming, particularly with Python or R languages, is crucial, along with adeptness in utilizing tools like QGIS.
Personal qualities required for the role include readiness and motivation to learn new methods and concepts from other environmental sciences. We value initiative, proactiveness, strong interpersonal skills, and a willingness to engage in collaborative endeavors.
Practical experience in remote sensing-based interpretation of changes in habitats, experience on peatlands, the Essential Biodiversity Variables concept, and familiarity with national biodiversity data sets will be considered an advantage. Also familiarity with various distributed high-performance computing services, such as CSC or AWS, different machine learning techniques and Copernicus cloud service and data cube processing will be considered an advantage.
You need excellent English skills for the task.
Expected skills:
Eero Siivola, Group manager
+358 295 525 1022
eero.siivola@syke.fi
Saku Anttila, Unit director
+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.
Finnish Environment Institute registry
Latokartanonkaari 11
00790 Helsinki, Finland
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, Joensuu, Jyväskylä, Oulu
You can work at one of our following locations
Latokartanonkaari 11
00790 Helsinki
Yliopistokatu 6 B (Metla-building)
80100 Joensuu
Survontie 9 A (Technopolis)
40500 Jyväskylä
Paavo Havaksen tie 3 (Ympäristötietotalo, 2rd floor)
90570 Oulu
Other information of the position
Syke is committed to follow the national open science policy in researcher recruiting.