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rrUniversity of Idaho

rrAssistant Research Professor - Data Analysis and Remote Sensing

rrLocation: Moscow

rrDivision/College: College of Natural Resources

rrEmployee Category: Faculty

rrPay Range: Commensurate with experience

rrFTE: 1.0

rrFull/Part Time:

rrPosition Summary:

r The Department of Forest, Rangeland and Fire Sciences (FRFS) seeks a non-tenure track Assistant Research Professor with expertise in computational data analysis to help expand our interdisciplinary research and teaching efforts focused on the development of quantitative remote sensing techniques for environmental monitoring, both from passive (optical) and active (LiDAR) sensors, and on the development of quality assessment and validation standards for remotely sensed thematic products. This is a soft-funded position; the successful candidate is required to fully fund their own salary and fringe benefits.

rrMinimum Qualifications:

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• Completed Ph.D. in Mathematics (or related field such as Engineering or Physics with a strong mathematical focus)
• Experience with natural resource and environmental science issues
• Experience of the principles of statistics, sampling theory and probability theory
• Experience with complied and interpreted programming languages (at minimum C and Python in Linux environment)
• Experience publishing research in high-impact, refereed journals
• Experience competing for external funding
• Familiarity with the CEOS guidelines for the validation and calibration of thematic map products
• Experience with the state of the art in machine learning
• Experience in geometric data analysis with a focus on 3-D structures
• Written and oral communication skills
• Candidate must be self-funded; at least 7 months of salary support must be in-hand at time of application

rrPreferred Qualifications:

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• Experience working as part of an interdisciplinary research team
• Experience with supercomputing environments
• Strong understanding of artificial intelligence and deep learning frameworks
• Experience in teaching undergraduate courses
• Experience mentoring graduate students at the PhD level

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rPosting Number: F001269P

rrPosting Date: 07/11/2024

rrClosing Date:

rrOpen Until Filled: Yes

rrSpecial Instructions:

rThis position is open until filled. Priority will be given to applicants who have their materials submitted by 7/25/24.

rrBackground Check: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

rrTo apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu

rrEEO Statement

rUniversity of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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