Postdoc in sea ice remote sensing

Safe and efficient ice navigation supported by satellite data Join us at the Division of Geoscience and Remote Sensing and help advance knowledge about sea ice dynamics and develop the capability for navigation support with synthetic aperture radar.  About us  The Department of Space, Earth and Environment brings together expertise in space, geoscience, energy and sustainability. Through curiosity-driven research, education and collaboration, we explore the Universe, the Earth and the complex systems linking environment, energy and society – enabling knowledge-based solutions for a sustainable future.  At the Division of Geoscience and Remote Sensing, we develop advanced methods and instruments to observe and understand the Earth system. Combining satellite, airborne and ground-based measurements with modelling and machine learning, we collaborate globally to monitor environmental change and support a sustainable future.  About the research project   The postdoc will work at Chalmers University of Technology in a project funded by the Swedish National Space Agency and managed by the Swedish Polar Research Sectretariate. The project will develop and test new methods to convert satellite data into detailed, operational information about ice conditions. The goal is to improve navigation, reduce fuel consumption and enable safer research operations in the Arctic, where rapid changes in the ice create increasing challenges for both science and shipping. General information about the project can be found here. Who we are looking for  The following requirements are mandatory:  • A doctoral degree, or an equivalent foreign degree, in radar remote sensing, physical oceanography, electrical engineering, physics or related disciplines. This eligibility requirement must be met no later than the time the employment decision is made   • Solid background in mathematics, physics and programming • Experience in processing or analysis of synthetic aperture radar data • You will need strong written and verbal communication skills in English  • Good social skills, meaning that you enjoy collaborating with others in an interdiciplinary and international environment  You are expected to be somewhat accustomed to teaching, and to demonstrate good potential within research and education.  The following experience will strengthen your application:  • A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline • Experience from sea ice field work or polar expeditions • Experience in work with oceanographic or meteorological data and models What you will do  • Apply, validate and improve algorithms for observation of sea ice drift and deformation with synthetic aperture radar (SAR). • Participate in field work and expeditions to the Arctic Ocean • Order and prepare satellite data • Collect, document and apply validation data   • Present data and results in journals and reports and at conferences and meetings • Supervise master’s and/or PhD students • Possibility to engage in teaching at undergraduate/master’s level  The position is meritorious for future roles in academia, industry, or the public sector.  Contract terms   The position is a temporary full-time employment for two years with the possibility of a one-year extension.  The position requires physical presence throughout the entire employment. A valid residence permit must be presented by the start date, otherwise the offer may be withdrawn.  What we offer  • As a postdoc at Chalmers, you are an employee and enjoy all employee benefits. Read more about  working at Chalmers  and our benefits  for employees.  • A dynamic and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg.  • Read more about Sweden’s generous parental leave, subsidized day care, free schools, healthcare etc at Move To Gothenburg.  Chalmers is dedicated to improving gender balance and actively works with equality projects, such as the GENIE Initiative for gender equality and excellence. We celebrate diversity and consider equality and inclusion as fundamental aspects of all our activities.  If Swedish is not your native language, Chalmers offers Swedish courses to help you settle in.  Application procedure  The application should be written in English be attached as PDF-files, as below. Maximum size for each file is 40 MB. Please note that the system does not support Zip files.  CV  • A comprehensive CV, including a complete list of publications.  • Details of previous teaching and pedagogical experience.  Personal letter  • A brief introduction about yourself.  • A summary of your previous research fields and key research outcomes.  • An outline of your future goals and research focus.  Use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form.   Please note: The applicant is responsible for ensuring that the application is complete. Incomplete applications and applications sent by email will not be considered. Contact details to references will be requested after the interview.  We welcome your application no later than 31 January 2026  For questions please contact:  Prof. Leif Eriksson, Geoscience and Remote Sensing, Department of Space, Earth and Environment, leif.eriksson@chalmers.se We look forward to your application!  *** Chalmers declines to consider all offers of further announcement publishing or other types of support for the recruiting process in connection with this position. ***   Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg conducts research and education in technology and natural sciences at a high international level. The university has 3100 employees and 10,000 students, and offers education in engineering, science, shipping and architecture. With scientific excellence as a basis, Chalmers promotes knowledge and technical solutions for a sustainable world. Through global commitment and entrepreneurship, we foster an innovative spirit, in close collaboration with wider society.  Chalmers was founded in 1829 and has the same motto today as it did then: Avancez – forward.