Date scientist with focus on drought monitoring from satellites
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This role requires a candidate with a master's degree in geophysics, engineering, or a related field focused on drought monitoring and climate effects. The position centers on remote sensing and satellite-based drought monitoring, specifically developing and improving drought indices such as soil moisture and vegetation metrics using satellite data. Candidates must have documented experience working with satellite-derived products like Soil Moisture and FAPAR, including validating these products against in situ observations and processing near-real-time satellite data. Strong programming skills are essential, with proficiency in languages such as Fortran, Python, and Matlab, alongside experience working in Linux environments and handling operational applications. The role involves collaboration with climate modelers to integrate satellite observations into climate models and assess future drought scenarios using climate projections. Effective communication skills in English, both oral and written, are necessary for presenting findings at scientific conferences and contributing to peer-reviewed publications. The candidate should be able to work effectively within a team, contributing to a research environment focused on drought monitoring in Denmark and the Arctic. Overall, the role demands a blend of technical expertise in remote sensing, data validation, programming, and scientific collaboration within a government research institute setting.
About the role
Role Summary
- 2-year full-time research scientist position at the Danish Meteorological Institute (DMI)
- Focus on remote sensing of drought and drought indices in Denmark
- Work within the NCKF’s Satellite and Arctic group
- Responsible for activities under the research reserve drought project
- Contribute to scientific publications
Responsibilities
- Develop satellite-based products for drought monitoring (e.g., soil moisture, vegetation)
- Improve DMI drought indices (DMIs tørkeindeks) using satellite observations
- Validate satellite products and indices with in situ observations
- Collaborate with climate modelers to enhance drought representation in climate models
- Assess future drought likelihood using climate model projections
- Present results at scientific conferences and publish in peer-reviewed journals
Requirements
- MSc. degree in geophysics, engineering, or similar field related to drought monitoring and climate effects
- Documented experience with satellite-derived products (e.g., Soil Moisture, FAPAR), validation, and data presentation
- Experience with drought definitions and monitoring
- Experience in processing and displaying near-real-time satellite products
- Advanced programming skills (e.g., Fortran, Python, Matlab)
- Experience with Linux and operational applications
- Strong oral and written English skills
- Ability to work well in a team and collaborate closely with colleagues
Benefits
- Employment according to Danish Law and Agreements
- Possibility to apply for salary supplement
- Flexible 37-hour work week including paid lunch break
- Six weeks of paid vacation annually
- Reduced tax scheme for international hires (first 7 years)
- Activity-based workspace at DMI’s new headquarters in Østerbro
- Inclusive and diverse work environment
About DMI
- Part of the Ministry of Climate, Energy and Utilities
- Government’s climate science advisor for Denmark and the Arctic
- Provides meteorological services to defence, emergency preparedness, civil aviation, and shipping
- Approximately 350 employees, with 70 scientists in NCKF
- English is the working language
How to Apply
- Submit a motivated cover letter and curriculum vitae
- Application deadline: December 15th, 2025 at 23:59 CET
- Apply via the "Apply for Position" link and follow instructions
- Mention in your application that you found the job at Jobindex
- For further details, contact Jacob L. Høyer (Head of NCKF-Satellite and Arctic):
- Telephone: +45 29 31 87 95
- Email: [email protected]
DMI encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, gender, sexuality, religion, or ethnicity.
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