Job location: Harbor Branch (HBOI)

Employment Type: Full-time
Posted data: 2019-09-06
Req: REQ06055
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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University's Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institution is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow, Lidar Development, Fort Pierce, FL.

The Postdoctoral investigator will work in a field of Oceanographic LiDAR (Light Detection And Ranging) systems. Project’s focus is to develop real-time processing algorithms and data validation methods for LiDAR signal retrieval and interpretation. The study involves both simulation and experimental work. Majority of the work will take place in the Ocean Visibility and Optics Laboratory, which is equipped with underwater research facilities designed specifically for electro-optic and LiDAR system development, including a 13 meter particle suspension LiDAR test tank facility. The post-doctoral investigator may take also take part in single day at-sea missions.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D from an accredited institution with applicable coursework in engineering or physics and relevant optics experience required at time of application.

Ability to work effectively on an interdisciplinary team with scientists, engineers of different disciplines (electronic, optical, software and computer), technicians and students required.

Must have a strong background in optics and proven experience with signal processing and analysis tools, e.g., Matlab.

An ideal candidate has demonstrated skills in both theoretical and experimental methods directly related to atmospheric and/or oceanographic LiDAR.

Ability to travel, perform field work, and participate in oceanographic research cruises is required.

Ability to work flexible hours when required to conduct fieldwork and research cruises.

Valid Driver's License required.

Salary:

$50,000 - $55,000

College or Department:

HBOI – Underwater Imaging

Location:

Harbor Branch (HBOI)

Work Days and Hours:

NA

Application Deadline:

2019-09-30-07:00

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This position is open until filled and may close without prior notice.

All applicants must apply electronically to the currently posted position on the Office of Human Resources' job website (https://fau.edu/jobs) by completing the required employment application for this recruitment and submitting the related documents.

The site permits the attachment of required/requested documentation. In addition to completing the online application, please upload the following: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and copies of official transcripts scanned into an electronic format.

PLEASE NOTE: A maximum of five (5) documents may be attached to your application. If more than five (5) documents are required for submission, please combine additional documents into one attachment to not exceed the maximum permitted.

Recommendation letters should be submitted directly Catherine Rossmell (crossmel@fau.edu).The subject of the email should clearly state the name of the candidate and the position.

Degrees from outside the United States must be validated by an organization belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES), with an indication of the documents the evaluation was prepared from (official transcripts, diplomas, dissertation abstracts). The evaluation should be scanned and electronically attached to one's application as with other US-based transcripts.

Prior to appointment, the candidate must submit official, sealed transcripts from all institutions where graduate coursework was attempted, whether or not a degree was obtained, as well as an original NACES evaluation, if applicable. Transcripts must be issued to Florida Atlantic University not to you as the student.

A background check will be required for the candidate selected for this position. This position is subject to funding.

Individuals requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711

This recruitment has been reopened; all previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. This position may close without prior notice.