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Research Scientist II

New Mexico State University · Posted Nov 6, 2026

Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States
On-site
Full-time · Mid
7+ years

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The Research Scientist will develop a research program focusing on global remote sensing of forest vegetation structure, ecosystem and hydrological function using satellite LiDAR and radar remote sensing coupled with field measurements.

Compensation

Commensurate with qualifications.

Responsibilities

Develop a research program focusing on global remote sensing of forest vegetation structure, ecosystem and hydrological function
Use satellite LiDAR and radar remote sensing coupled with field measurements
Perform vegetation analysis, vertical and horizontal structural retrievals using orbiting LiDAR
Use HPC/cloud computing to test and develop new models for retrieval of vegetation biomass, structure and relationships to hydrological and ecosystem functions
Perform data analysis, visualization, and synthesis of regional and global earth observation data

Requirements

Associate's Degree + 9 years of relevant experience
Bachelor's degree + 7 years of relevant experience
Master's degree or higher preferred
Doctorate Degree Preferred
Nice to have: experience working at large spatial scales

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LiDAR optical remote sensing

Satellite radar optical specialist (Mission Critical Communication Hub)

Satellite radar optical specialist (Mission Critical Communication Hub)

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