Passive Microwave Specialist for Precipitation Research

Vor 4 Tagen


Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Deutschland EUMETSAT Vollzeit
About EUMETSAT

EUMETSAT is a leading international organization in the field of weather forecasting and climate monitoring. Our mission is to provide accurate and reliable data to support decision-making in various sectors, including meteorology, hydrology, and agriculture.

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Passive Microwave Specialist to join our team at EUMETSAT's Remote Sensing and Products Division. The successful candidate will play a key role in the development, validation, and evolution of Level 2 precipitation products derived from passive microwave data.

Main Responsibilities
  • Acquire and maintain in-depth knowledge of passive microwave missions' observational capabilities to support EUMETSAT and Copernicus users with a focus on cloud and precipitation products.
  • Support the development or improvement of algorithms for extracting environmental and climate products in areas of passive microwave radiometry, considering requirements from user communities.
  • Contribute to the definition, development, prototyping, operational implementation, and evolution of algorithms and processing software for extracting products from passive microwave instruments' data from EUMETSAT, Copernicus, and third-party missions.
  • Assist in quality monitoring, calibration, and validation of operational products derived from passive microwave data, based on interactions with user communities.
  • Initiate, follow, and manage in-house and external scientific studies relevant to future development of operational products.
  • Promote engagement with the global precipitation community and participate in relevant operational and scientific interactions to support the development and maintenance of requirements, community standards, and best practices for hydrological applications.
Requirements
  • Advanced knowledge of remote sensing physics relevant to measurements from passive microwave and Visible/Infrared instruments, including demonstrated experiences with inversion methods.
  • Advanced understanding of precipitation processes, cloud microphysics, and hydrological cycle.
  • Experience with advanced (e.g., 3D) radiative transfer modeling, hydrometeor orientation, and polarization effects, as well as cloud microphysical properties parameterization would be an advantage.
  • Proven experience with Earth Observation data processing algorithms, preferably for the processing and Cal/Val of Level-2 products from space-borne passive microwave instruments. Familiarity with EUMETSAT passive microwave missions is an asset.
  • Proven experience in developing scientific applications software, application of numerical methods, and algorithmic development using programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, and Fortran or C/C++.
  • Strengths in analysis, synthesis, and presentation.
  • Demonstrated experience with scientific development projects and working with user communities and researchers.
  • Demonstrable learning orientation and willingness to expand own knowledge/skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, combined with a proven ability to work within a team and between teams.
Salary and Benefits

The initial contract will be of 4 years' duration, with subsequent 5-year contracts being awarded thereafter, subject to individual performance and organization requirements. The minimum basic salary for this post is approximately €83,000 per month (net of internal tax but excluding pension contribution and insurances), which may be negotiable on the basis of skills and experience. In addition to basic salary, EUMETSAT offers attractive benefits, including comprehensive health insurance, pension plan, and annual leave.

Why Work at EUMETSAT?

At EUMETSAT, we offer a unique opportunity to contribute to the advancement of weather forecasting and climate monitoring. Our team is dedicated to providing accurate and reliable data to support decision-making in various sectors. If you are passionate about remote sensing and precipitation research, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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