Principal Scientist

3 weeks ago

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa South African National Space Agency Full time
Job title : Principal ScientistJob Location : Gauteng, PretoriaDeadline : March 14, 2025Quick Recommended Links
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Requirements

The ideal candidate must have the following qualifications and experience: 

  • Minimum of PhD qualification in Remote Sensing, Geospatial Science, Earth Sciences, Computer Science or related fields.  
  • At least five (5) years of experience in Earth Observation applications, space intelligence tools development, or geospatial research.  
  • A minimum of two (2) years of experience in a senior scientist role in Earth Observation.  
  • Proven ability to supervise or lead multidisciplinary scientific teams. 
  • Evidence of domain understanding through remote sensing scientific publications in journals and conference proceedings.  
  • Ability to interact with a network of senior stakeholders and clients. 
  • Experience in the remote sensing processing supply chains.  
  • Insight into requirements of the EO Space Intelligence environment. 
  • Understanding of business management processes. 

Key performance areas will include, but are not limited to: 

  • Lead and guide teams in EO research and applications. 
  • Develop innovative EO methodologies, tools, and frameworks. 
  • Publish high-impact research and technical reports. 
  • Oversee multiple EO projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to international standards. 
  • Engage with stakeholders, including government agencies, industry partners, and academic institutions. 
  • Mentor postgraduate students and postdoctoral fellows. 
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