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Remote Sensing Post Doc Upton, NY

Brookhaven National Laboratory

Remote Sensing Post Doc

Job ID 2995 Date posted 06/12/2022

Brookhaven National Laboratory (www. bnl.gov) delivers discovery science and transformative technology to power and secure the nation's future. Brookhaven Lab is a multidisciplinary laboratory with seven Nobel Prize-winning discoveries, 37 R&D 100 Awards, and more than 70 years of pioneering research. The Lab is primarily supported by the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of Science. Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA) operates and manages the Laboratory for DOE. BSA is a partnership between Battelle and The Research Foundation for the State University of New York on behalf of Stony Brook University.

Organizational Overview

The Nonproliferation and National Security Department (NN) contributes to U.S. nuclear security and safeguards efforts by assisting in the development, analysis and assessment of policies that strengthen international regimes, collecting and analyzing data to identify trends and threats to the U.S. and international communities, developing and implementing new technologies to address existing and emerging threats, and strengthening the domestic and international institutions that form the framework of the nuclear non- proliferation and nuclear security regimes through training and engagement.

Within NN, the Detector Systems R&D and Applications Group, provides radiological assistance to federal and state agencies under the DOE Radiological Assistance Program, technical assistance to the Department of Homeland Security, support to the National Nuclear Security Administration's Office of Nuclear Compliance Verification, and analyses and protection recommendations for events involving radiation dispersal devices.

Position Description

The Nonproliferation and National Security Department has an opening for a Post Doc to assist with the development of remote sensing algorithms to monitor uranium mining activities. The development of the algorithms will be based on new, high-quality laboratory spectral data that will be acquired as part of an international multi-institutional and multi-disciplinary effort. The position will require close collaboration with the partner institutions. This position has a high level of interaction with an international and multicultural scientific community.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Develop, test, and validate machine-learning image processing and analysis methods

Participate in a multi-institutional proof-of-concept study

Maintain spectral data base and upload data to community spectral data bases

Assist in and help coordinate experimental work to collect laboratory spectral data

Position Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ph.D. in Planetary Science, Earth Science, or Physical Geography

Experience in Remote Sensing data analysis methods (satellite image processing and analysis)

Clear and concise written and oral communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based research environment

Demonstrated track record of publication of research in high quality peer-  reviewed journals and presentations

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Experience in Remote Sensing application to earth or planetary science problems

Experience with ENVI/IDL image processing analysis software

Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance

Experience with spectroscopy of minerals or related materials

Environmental, Health & Safety Requirements:

Essential functions: computer work, lifting of 30 pounds,arm/hand dexterity

OTHER INFORMATION: (add if applicable

Telework or remote work option is possible.

This position may require the candidate to work several weeks abroad annually.

Participation in meetings and experimental work at Stony Brook University is expected

Initial appointment will be for a one - year term subject to renewal contingent on performance and funding.

BNL policy requires that after obtaining a PhD, eligible candidates for research associate appointments may not exceed a combined total of 5 years of relevant work experience as a post-doc and/or in an R&D position, excluding time associated with family planning, military service, illness or other life-changing events

At Brookhaven National Laboratory we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Our benefits program includes, but is not limited to:

Medical, Dentalm and Vision Care Plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time-off and Leave Programs (vacation, holidays, sick leave, paid parental leave)

401(k) Plan

Flexible Work Arrangements

Tuition Assistance, Training and Professional Development Programs

Employee Fitness/Wellness & Recreation: Gym/Basketball Courts, Weight Room, Fitness Classes, Indoor Pool, Tennis Courts, Sports Clubs/Activities (Basketball, Ping Pong, Softball, Tennis)

Brookhaven Science Associates requires proof of a COVID-19 vaccination for all employees. Proof of full vaccination as recognized by the CDC and/or WHO, inclusive of the two-week waiting period, is required at the start of your employment.

Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) is an equal opportunity employer that values inclusion and diversity at our Lab. We are committed to ensuring that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a veteran, disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

BNL takes affirmative action in support of its policy and to advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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