PostDoc, MethaneSAT Science

at  Environmental Defense Fund

4857GerEDF seeks a recent PhD recipient with proven research, analysis, and writing skills to work collaboratively with scientists and technologists from MethaneSAT, EDF and external partners with the overarching goal of exploiting MethaneSAT data for the quantification of global anthropogenic methane emissions (especially from the oil and gas sector). With an interest in methane satellite sensing, you will synthesize, interpret, and communicate scientific results obtained from MethaneSAT data and potentially other satellite, airborne and in situ methane data streams.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• A recent Ph.D. in Atmospheric Science, Remote Sensing, Environmental Science and Engineering, Earth System Science, or a related field.
• Demonstrated research experience with remote sensing methods and/or modeling (e.g. WRF-LES) for atmospheric applications.
• Experience on the use of satellite data for the detection and quantification of methane point sources strongly preferred.
• Strong quantitative data analysis skills and knowledge in statistics; preference for proficiency in Python or a similar language allowing analysis of large data sets.
• Knowledge or proficiency in geospatial data analytics and tools would be an asset.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Verbal and written fluency in English is essential, with a secondary European language desirable.
• Demonstrates self-awareness, cultural competency and inclusivity, and ability to work with colleagues and stakeholders across diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Commitment to mirroring EDF values in day-to-day work – results, respect, innovation, optimism & integrity.
• Ability to work in a team setting and have the ability to work independently when projects are due.

Tasks will include but are not limited to:

• Lead and participate in activities related to the exploitation of MethaneSAT data, which may include the assessment of data quality, the generation of value-added products, and their scientific analysis.
• Contribute to the development of data processing methods for MethaneAIR and MethaneSAT, including new approaches for plume detection.
• Conduct rigorous research and analysis of quantitative oil and gas methane emissions data and emission sources, utilizing existing and planned multi-scale measurement data from satellites, airborne, and ground-based observation platforms.
• Work in collaboration with data analysts at UNEP responsible for the IMEO-MARS plume detection and the IMEO methane integration activities.
• Lead and participate in the preparation of scientific papers and reports.
• Participate in advancing EDF Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) goals in which people from all backgrounds and experiences feel connected, included, and empowered to address the environmental and organizational challenges in alignment with EDF values.