Remote Sensing & GIS Researcher in MBRSC LAB

Job Description

The University of Dubai invites applications for the position of a Researcher in the MBRSC Lab, for commencement of employment in April 2025. The candidate should possess MSc degree in GIS or Computer Engineering/Science demonstrating expertise in Geospatial Information Systems (GIS), Image Processing, Remote Sensing, and AI.

Key Requirements:
• Proven research experience with a strong publication record, proficiency in conducting literature reviews, data analysis, and synthesizing complex information into clear and coherent technical documents, along with excellent verbal communication skills.
• Extensive experience in applying Image Processing and GIS techniques to remote sensing and geospatial data.
• Strong programming skills in Python with a focus on machine learning libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).
• Expertise in traditional and deep learning methods for image classification, object detection, segmentation, and geospatial data modeling.
• Familiarity with processing diverse remote sensing data sources, including optical imagery, SAR, and drone images, utilizing both commercial and open-source image processing and GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, ENVI, ERDAS, eCognition, KNIME, WEKA, MINITAB).
• Capability to develop, manage, and analyze remote sensing and geospatial datasets supporting diverse research projects.
• Familiarity with developing geospatial products, technical reports, and visualizations using ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online (AGOL), Portal configurable apps, and open-source GIS software.
• Active participation in scientific conferences and collaborative projects.
• Strong adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies and methodologies rapidly.
University of Dubai is a fast-growing institution of higher education with a wide range of academic, research and training programs in Engineering and Information Technology, Business and Law. The University of Dubai is part of Dubai Chambers of Commerce and Industry, and its academic degree programs are recognized by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. More details about the activities of the MBRSC Lab can be found at:
www. mbrsclab.ae