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Sea level rise will pose an increasing hazard to society in the future, and accurate global geodetic reference surfaces are paramount for predicting and referencing future sea level rise. DTU Space is seeking a candidate for a 3-year fully funded PhD position in the development of the next generation of high-resolution global geodetic reference models for the mean sea surface as well as the gravity field.
Accurate sea level observations using radar measurements from space have been available by satellite altimetry for nearly 30 years. However, conventional satellite altimetry data typically do not capture the full extent of the gravity and mean sea surface signal, due to their relatively low spatial resolution. Fortunately, the recently launched Surface Water and Ocean Topography (SWOT) mission is capable of investigating high-resolution marine geodetic signals and ocean dynamics at the sub-mesoscale (1-10 km), thereby significantly enhancing our capability of understanding and mapping the mean sea surface globally and particularly in coastal regions. In parallel with the development in radar technology, the laser altimetry mission ICESat-2 continues to provide sea level observation with unprecedented accuracy and resolution.
Responsibilities and qualifications
The goal of this PhD project is threefold, with the first sub-goal to develop advanced methods to analyze and process these new space geodetic data efficiently (Cloud computing). The second goal is to develop methods to separate the mean and time-varying signals from the new type of satellite observations (machine learning). The final goal is the preparation of the next-generation state-of-the-art high-resolution global reference surfaces for the mean sea surface and global marine gravity field based on SWOT, ICESat-2, and older altimetry missions.
Your primary tasks will be to:
- Develop methods to take full advantage of satellite altimeter data.
- Publish the new findings in the international peer-reviewed literature.
- Present your research at international conferences and participate in relevant project meetings.
- Communicate effectively with colleagues and be able to work as part of a team to achieve ambitious goals.
- Teach and co-supervise BSc and MSc student projects and contribute as teaching assistant.
We expect you to have:
- Experience in working with large satellite data sets and development of algorithms.
- Experience with satellite altimetry and retracking
- Good expertise in programming, e.g. in Python or Matlab and/or other high-level programming languages.
You are expected to achieve knowledge regarding marine geodesy, remote sensing and physical oceanography. You will work in close cooperation with key researchers at DTU Space and is expected to contribute to the SWOT science working sub-team on marine geodesy. You will also contribute to the ongoing corporation with international universities such as Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego and includes willingness to travel and work in an international environment.
You must have a two-year master's degree (120 ECTS points) or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to a two-year master's degree.
Approval and Enrolment
The scholarship for the PhD degree is subject to academic approval, and the candidate will be enrolled in one of the general degree programmes at DTU. For information about our enrolment requirements and the general planning of the PhD study programme, please see DTU's rules for the PhD education
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Assessment
The assessment of the applicants will be made by Professor Ole Baltazar Andersen and Professor Per Knudsen.
We offer
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.
Salary and appointment terms
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union. The period of employment is 3 years.
The position is a full time position with a starting date expected to be 1 March 2024.
You can read more about career paths at DTU here http://www.dtu.dk/english/about/job-and-career/working-at-dtu/career-paths.
Further information
May be obtained from professor Ole Baltazar Andersen, phone : +45 4525 9754, oa@space.dtu.dk
You can read more about the division at https://www.space.dtu.dk/english/Research/Research-Divisions/Geodesy-and-Earth-Observation
DTU Space: https://www.space.dtu.dk/english
If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark . Furthermore, you have the option of joining our monthly free seminar “PhD relocation to Denmark and startup “Zoom” seminar ” for all questions regarding the practical matters of moving to Denmark and working as a PhD at DTU.
Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 31 October 2023 (23:59 Danish time)
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Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply now", fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file . The file must include:
- A letter motivating the application (cover letter)
- Curriculum vitae
- Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma (in English) including official description of grading scale
You may apply prior to obtaining your master's degree but cannot begin before having received it.
Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, disability, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.
DTU Space
is the leading institution of public space activities in Denmark. The mission of the institute is to conduct research, development, public sector consultancy, education and innovation at the highest international level within the following areas: Space Technology & Instrumentation, Earth Observation & Geoscience and Space- & Astro-physics.
The Institute has about 200 employees, an annual turnover of about 160 MDKK and it is located at the Lyngby Campus of the Technical University of Denmark together with 19 other institutes within the technical sciences
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Technology for people
DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear mission to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That mission lives on today. DTU has 13,500 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland, and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.
INFORMATIONER OM STILLINGEN:
- Arbejdspladsen ligger i:
Lyngby-Taarbæk Kommune
-Virksomheden tilbyder:
-Arbejdsgiver:
Danmarks Tekniske Universitet, Anker Engelunds Vej, 2800 Kongens Lyngby
-Ansøgning:
Ansøgningsfrist: 31-10-2023; - ansøgningsfristen er overskredet
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