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RSN21J-019564-000924
Selection Process Number
2021-RSN-EA-RAPBUR-SPI-204171
Organization
Natural Resources Canada
Year
2021-2022
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The Canada Centre for Mapping and Earth Observation (CCMEO), Natural Resources Canada, is looking for a graduate student (in PhD study) for a research project on earth observation for urban flood mapping and risk analysis. The successful applicant will be focused on development of automated methodology for shadow extraction in urban areas, to support precise urban floodwater mapping for disaster response. The student will develop the methodology using high-resolution image data collected from various sources. The study areas are in Canadian metropolitans. This position is for a one-year.
The student should pursue opportunities to disseminate research findings through publications in scientific journals.
The image processing and methodology development will be conducted at Western University.
Student will be hired through the Research Affiliate Program (RAP) with the purpose to accomplish research and complete a thesis or dissertation. Duration of the RAP for Doctorate Students is 1-3 years. Extensions may be possible.
Positions to be filled: 1
Your résumé.
A covering letter "A letter of interest including the research concept you propose to include as part of your graduate studies"
Contact information for 3 references.
A list of the courses you have taken as well as any courses that you are taking now, or that you will be taking this academic year
Education:
• Have successfully completed a Master's Degree (for a Ph.D. proposal) and have a strong background in high resolution remote sensing image processing, computer programming for automated methodology development, and remote sensing for dense built-up urban areas, with an interest in urban flood mapping.
• Currently enrolled or will need to enroll in a graduate program in Western University.
Prior research as documented with conference presentations or peer-reviewed
publications.
English or French
Information on language requirements
• Ability to program computer codes to facilitate image data processing and information extraction,
• Ability to process high resolution image data of urban areas,
• Ability to analyze and integrate geospatial information,
• Ability to demonstrate good writing and oral skills.
Reliability Status security clearance - Note: Each student hired through the Research Affiliate Program (RAP) must meet the security requirements of the position as a condition of employment. Therefore, the student will be asked by the hiring organization to complete security-related documents.
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Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.
Applications should include a Cover Letter (including proposed research concept), CV (including publications and conference attendance if any), and a copy of academic transcripts. Names and contact of references may be requested.
Preference will be given to Canadian citizens.
We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.