Scientist Remote Sensing Group

4 weeks ago

Centurion, South Africa The South African Weather Service (SAWS) Full time

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is a Section 3(a) public entity under the Ministry of

Environmental Affairs and is governed by a Board. The organisation is an authoritative voice for

weather and climate related services in South Africa and is a member of the World Meteorological

Organization (WMO) to fulfil a range of international obligations of the government. South African

Weather Service (SAWS) strives to be a Weather and Climate Centre of Excellence providing innovative

solutions to ensure a weather-smart region, sustainable development and economic growth. The

South African Weather Service (SAWS) is therefore seeking to appoint an efficient and enthusiastic

person to undertake the role of:
**_Scientist _**

**_Remote Sensing Group _**

**_Department: Research and Development _**

**_Salary: Total package negotiable - Level 8_***

**Ref.** **W05/082023**

**_Centre: Pretoria _**

**_Job Summary: _**

The Scientist: Remote Sensing Research will be responsible for the research and development of

products and services pertaining to weather and climate using remote sensing technology. A special

focus will be on weather radar and satellite remote sensing. The Scientist will participate in research,

should have at least university level project experience in weather-climate science and remote sensing

and possess good communication skills necessary to contribute to the advancement of the SAWS

remote sensing research pillar.

**_Key Performance Areas_**_:_***

As Scientist: Remote Sensing Research within the Research and Innovation Department of SAWS, the

incumbent will be responsible for:

- Conduct research and innovation with remote sensing datasets towards developing

operational products and processes in support of the SAWS operations and services to meet

the SAWS strategic goals and obligations.
- Participate in evaluating remote sensing research needs and assist in developing and

maintaining research in area of specialisation, in line with the international standards,

practices and developments.
- Participate in research programmes, projects or activities related to remote sensing.
- Assist in data analysis and maintenance of large remote sensing data sets.
- Participate in the support of relevant operational remote sensing products and systems.
- Assist in identifying research gaps in remote sensing and pursue methods to address these in

cooperation with other SAWS divisions and sections and where relevant with external

institutions.
- Keep abreast of new remote sensing methods and technology so as to improve productivity

and service delivery.
- Publish and present research findings to others on a national and international level.
- Participate in enhancing and building the national/international positioning of SAWS through

scientific collaboration and engagement (meetings, workshops, working groups etc)
- Support to foster strategic partnerships and collaborations with stakeholders, collaborators
- Represent the SAWS where appropriate on national or international scientific

panels/committees or expert groups.
- Support and attend to adhoc remote sensing information and data requests.
- Keep administrative processes up to date (Research Management Framework, monthly

reporting etc.)
- Participate in all activities related to the implementation and/or maintenance of the SAWS

TQM system ensuring quality output and customer satisfaction
- Support and attend to adhoc administrative request.
- Participate in developing funding research proposals and contribute to the administration of

research efforts forthcoming.
- Contribute to the development and mentorship of students and younger scientists.

**Minimum Requirements and Attributes:
- An appropriate Honours degree in the Atmospheric Sciences/Meteorology
- University level research project experience.
- Knowledge and research experience in the field of remote sensing (specifically weather radar and

satellite) will serve as an advantage.
- Knowledge and proficiency in a programming language such as R, Python,

FORTRAN, or GrADS
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- The ability to work in a team
- The ability to create new innovative solutions

**Please Note:
for the above position and upload your (Comprehensive CV with certified copies of qualifications).

**Enquiries for the above-mentioned positions must be directed to Ms Thembisa Bixa, at Tel. (012)**
**367 6208.**

**Closing Date: 13 September 2023
Preference will be given to People living with disabilities in line with SAWS EE Targets.

not been contacted within 3 months after the closing date of this advertisement,

position. South African Weather Service is an equal opportunity employer.

**Record Reference **HCM-ADVERT-SCIENTIST-RES-PRO_APPL

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