Lagadas, 30-04-2014

 Ref. No: 164

INVITATION FOR WORK CONTRACT WITH THE INTERBALKAN ENVIRONMENT CENTER

Interbalkan Environment Center (www.i-bec.org) is a public equivalent organization, supporting both local and public management of transboundary water basins, and has the capability to provide numerous services that support sustainable management and protection of natural resources. Monitoring actions at multiple levels using surveying and remote sensing instruments is one of those services. I-BEC features state of the art sampling and field equipment and remote sensing and geographic information systems for the collection and evaluation of remote sensing data.

Interbalkan Environment Center intends to employ a person with a work contract in the context of implementing actions and programs related to GIS applications.

Job description

The work will focus on remote and proximal sensing at various programs on environmental monitoring for soil and vegetation parameters: crop yield, crop growth, fertilization application, soil fertility, soil moisture content, irrigation requirements, crop disease, insect infestation. It involves data analysis and information extraction using various handheld (spectroradiometer, hyperspectral camera), airborne (low flight images from a UAV) and satellite sensors (VHR) in the visible, near infrared and thermal wavelengths. The positionincludes preparation and maintenance of the above mentioned instruments, participation in field surveys and in-situ data acquisition campaigns, and writing reports and scientific publications.

Requirements

We seek candidates with an above-average postgraduate degree in Geoinformatics, Geography, Environmental Remote Sensing, Landscape Ecology or other related fields. A sound background in quantitative remote sensing is mandatory. Ideally the candidates will have a first degree in agronomy, physics, geo-sciences or engineering. A strong interest in resources survey and in-situ sampling would be advantageous. Expertise in satellite image processing, as well as excellent command of the English language, good communication skills, and willingness to integrate into the research environment of the Laboratory are mandatory. Prior experience in macro language programming of GIS software is an asset. A good knowledge of the Greek language is desirable.

General Information

We offer collaboration with an experienced interdisciplinary team under the supervision of experts accompanied with all the necessary technical equipment (hardware and software).

Place of work shall be the premises and facilities of the i-BEC, and any place where research or educational programs and projects of the i-BEC, or provided services related to the activities of the i-BEC, are being carried out.

Interested candidates are requested to submit electronically to info@i-bec.org, until Friday, May 16, 2014, the following as a minimum:

• Motivation Letter
• Detailed CV
• Contacts for recommendations

Interested parties are invited to submit their questions to info@i-bec.org in care of the Scientific Coordinator of I-BEC, Prof. George Zalidis for further clarifications, if required.