Senior Research Fellow

4 days ago

Singapore Science Full time

**Posting Start Date**:30/07/2024

The main responsibilities of the position include:

- Design, develop and improve methodologies and models for aboveground (and potentially belowground) biomass and carbon estimates three forest types in SE Asia: peat swamp, mangrove and terrestrial forests using inventory and remote sensing data (optical, radar, and/or LiDAR)
- Establish and manage research collaborations with different entities (government, private sector, NGOs) in Southeast Asia
- Design field studies and data collection campaigns, data processing and analysis
- Design data workflow and synthesize datasets collected by the team
- Improving model(s) as new datasets become available and provide regular updates and insights on what needs to be done to improve the model(s)
- Lead the preparation of research manuscripts and contribute to reports on a SE Asia level

**Qualifications**
- PhD degree in natural sciences, climate science, geography, data science, engineering, or a related field
- 3-year postdoctoral research experience

**Skills**:

- Handling large-scale geospatial data and conducting geospatial analysis and modelling
- Statistical computing and data visualisation tools
- Coding/scripting using R and/or Python programming languages
- Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, including attention to detail
- Highly self-motivated, independent, and a team player
- Willing to work flexible hours and take on extra duties as required

**Experience (required unless otherwise stated)**:

- Experience with the collecting, processing and analysis of remote sensing data (e.g., optical, LiDAR, SAR) for the study of natural ecosystems
- Experience with UAVs and/or TLS would be advantageous
- Experience in conducting and/or organising field surveys (e.g., forest inventory, biodiversity census)
- Previous publications in peer-reviewed journals where relevant
- Project management experience

About the Centre
The QS World University rankings regularly place NUS in the top 15 universities in the world and number one in Asia. The NUS Centre for Nature-based Climate Solutions is the focal point for world-class research and thought leadership on climate change impacts and solutions in service of society. The Centre aims to deliver new knowledge and solutions to inform policies, strategies and actions by producing credible, salient and legitimate science that informs nature-based climate strategies and actions, building capacity and empowering leadership and communicating and engaging with the wider society.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
- Cover letter
- CV

**More Information**

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: Science

Department : Biological Sciences

Employee Referral Eligible: No

Job requisition ID : 25854

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