PhD Student, Satellite Remote Sensing – Bursary - Research Affiliate Program

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Assessment accommodation

Duties

This project involves assessing the potential for Interferometry from Synthetic Aperture Radar (InSAR) techniques to determine vertical and horizontal land motion and the comparison of these measurements against the ones retrieved with Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) processing techniques. Under supervision, the candidate will conduct research to explore the introduction of radar remote sensing into the definition of dynamic reference frames. Key objectives of this activity include improving our understanding of the ability of InSAR techniques to capture land motion across different Canadian landscapes, its limitations and accuracy with respect to ground-based measurements. The goal is to assess whether InSAR can be used as source of data in areas not measured by GNSS. The workflow includes the selection of interferometric pairs and/or preprocessed InSAR products, the definition or assessment of processing parameters against the quality of the InSAR land motion products and the comparison of those products against land motion measurements taken with GNSS techniques. Results will allow improvements on the geodetic techniques used by CGS for the definition of the national and regionals reference frames.

Work environment

The Canadian Geodetic Survey is part of Natural Resources Canada’s Lands and Minerals Sector. It is a national organization whose mission is to establish and provide the fundamental reference values used as standards for the measurement of latitude, longitude, elevation and gravity anywhere in Canada and to monitor motions of our continental landmass in support of geomatics and geoscience.

Intent of the process

The intention is to staff one (1) student position. The location of this position can be at 588 Booth Street in Ottawa, ON or at the student’s home university remote sensing laboratory.

A pool of qualified candidates may be established through this process to staff identical or similar positions at Natural Resources Canada with various language requirements and profile(s), locations and conditions of employment.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter "of maximum one (1) page, explaining your interest in the Research Affiliate Program with CGS."

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

• Currently enrolled in a PhD program in or geomatics at a Canadian University with a specialization in remote sensing, geodesy or a related discipline that requires research as part of the curriculum.

Degree equivalency

In the context of student recruitment in the federal public service, experience can be acquired through studies, work experience or volunteer activities.

• Experience: at least 6 months of experience working with radar satellite remote sensing.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

• Experience using GAMMA software for InSAR processing

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Information on language requirements

• Knowledge of the modern technologies of radar remote sensing

• Ability to automate processes for the acquisition and analysis of remote sensing data.
• Ability to collaborate to resolve technical or operational issues.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

• Thoroughness
• Dependability
• Judgement

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - 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.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

We thank all applicants for their interest in our position(s). For the purpose of this staffing process, only candidates selected for further assessment will be contacted.

For further information on the Research Affiliate Program (RAP), please visit:
https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/jobs/services/recruitment/students/research-affiliate-program.html

You must provide proof of your education credentials. Transcripts and a list of courses may be required.

Candidates with foreign credentials must provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials for further information at http://www.cicic.ca/.

Preference

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.