Starte durch als Research Scientist – LEO POD (f_m_x) [english] bei Deutsches GeoForschungsZentrum GFZ in Potsdam

For Section 1.1 “Space Geodetic Techniques” we invite applications for a:

Reference Number 9096

To support our expertise in orbit determination of Low Earth Orbiters we are looking for a motivated research scientist. The position combines implementation tasks regarding advanced orbit modeling and investigations focusing on combined ground and space-based GNSS observations.

Your responsibilities:

• Implementation of LEO POD capabilities in the GNSS processing software EPOS.P8
• Assessment of advanced LEO orbit modeling and investigations on the achievable orbit accuracy
• Combined processing of GNSS ground networks and different LEOs and assessment of the impact on geodetic parameters (e.g., geocenter, terrestrial scale) and offset determination (especially transmitter phase centers)

Your qualifications:

• Scientific university education and doctorate in geodesy or related disciplines (e.g., mathematics, physics, informatics)
• Experience in GNSS data processing
• Experience in developing scientific program packages, knowledge in Unix/Linux-based operating system environments and script programming are an advantage
• Very good command of written and spoken English
• High motivation and personal responsibility

What we offer:

• Ambitious and varied tasks in a dynamic and international research environment
• State-of-the-art equipment
• Public service benefits
• Extensive training opportunities
• Professional career advice offered by our in-house Career-Centre
• Support with finding a good work-life balance offered by benefit@work
• Institute day-care centre on site
• Working at the Albert Einstein science park on the Telegrafenberg in Potsdam
• Work place within walking distance of Potsdam main train station, or just a short ride on the shuttle bus