Geospatial Research Scientist

About the role

The Geospatial Research Scientist leads innovative research in remote sensing, GeoAI, and geospatial analytics to address challenges such as greenhouse‑gas monitoring, environmental change, and precision agriculture within Saint Louis University’s Remote Sensing Lab.

Key responsibilities

• Identify scientific questions, design experiments, and conduct cutting‑edge research using drone and satellite data (WorldView, Planet, SAR).
• Develop and submit grant proposals to secure external funding and support interdisciplinary collaborations.
• Analyze multi‑source geospatial data, produce peer‑reviewed publications, and present findings at conferences.
• Participate in field surveys, deploy calibration sites, and coordinate project activities across teams.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in geospatial science, geography, earth science, computer engineering, or related field (Ph.D. preferred).
• At least three years of relevant research experience (five years for senior level).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with ability to lead projects and mentor team members.

Required skills

• Remote sensing and image processing, including Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR).
• Programming, signal processing, cloud computing, and advanced data analytics.
• Experience processing drone and satellite imagery and integrating multi‑sensor datasets.