PostDoc in Remote Sensing and Deep Learning
2 days ago
The Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management invites applicants for two PostDoc positions in Earth Observation using state-of-the-art satellite remote sensing systems.The PostDocs will be part of Center for Remote sensing and Deep Learning of Global Tree Resources (TreeSense) funded by the Danish National Research Foundation. TreeSense focuses on the critical role of trees in terrestrial ecosystems, such as climate regulation, biodiversity support, and local livelihoods.
The TreeSense project
The research center aims to revolutionize global tree monitoring using advanced nano-satellite technology and next-generation deep learning (DL) methods within AI. This approach will enable detailed assessment of global tree dynamics, including key functional and structural properties such as important species, the use of trees, tree horizontal and vertical structure, carbon stocks and carbon sequestration rates.
This research paves the road towards addressing science questions on major unknowns within global change research. Here the center will break new grounds on how global warming and increased climatic extreme events affect tree physiology and growth patterns at species level and we will quantify the extent and dynamics of anthropogenic forest disturbance and degradation.
Ultimately, this research enable us to uncover the potentials for various forest and tree-related production systems and human livelihoods as means of climate mitigation actions while improving our understanding of the importance of woody resources for sustainable food systems.
The role of the PostDocs will be to develop research techniques for improved assessment and monitoring of woody vegetation ecosystem properties at the level of single trees based on relevant remote sensing technology and AI algorithms, with a focus on disturbances and change dynamics. Specifically, one position will be responsible for large-scale data preparation and curation, such as forming global mosaics from PlanetScope or Sentinel-2 data. This includes setting up downloading and processing pipelines, as well as handling hardware servers and high performance compute (HPC) systems and requires extensive programming skills and proven experience in handling continental-scale high resolution data. The other position focuses on the development of new deep learning methods, such as developing foundation models suited for sub-meter and PlanetScope satellite data, as well as the development of innovative method that can be used for change analysis. This position requires proven experience in tree mapping method development and code/data dissemination.
Applicants should hold a PhD degree in Geography, Geoinformatics, Environmental Sciences, or related. We are seeking a highly motivated and ambitious individual with good interpersonal and communication skills. Fluency in spoken and written English is a requirement. As criteria for the assessment, emphasis will also be laid on previous publications, relevant experience in remote sensing and forest monitoring, as well as on programming skills (e.g. r, python). Proven experience with high-resolution imagery and machine/deep learning techniques are expected as well as proven experiences with handling and processing large image datasets.
Work environment
Your work place will be the Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management (IGN), which conducts research and education on the past, present and future physical, chemical and biological environments of the Earth and their interactions with societal and human systems to provide graduates and research in support of sustainable future solutions for society. The department has strong experience in interdisciplinary collaboration within and beyond the department.
The positions are open from June 1st 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter and will be available for 3 years.
The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.
Terms of employment
The position is covered by the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff.
Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State.
Negotiation for salary supplement is possible.
The application, in English, must be submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below.
Please include
- Research plan – description of current and future research plans
- Diplomas (Master and PhD degree or equivalent)
- Separate reprints of 3 particularly relevant papers
The deadline for applications is 3 April 2025, 23:59 GMT +2.
After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the Interview Committee.
Part of the International Alliance of Research Universities (IARU), and among Europe's top-ranking universities, the University of Copenhagen promotes research and teaching of the highest international standard. Rich in tradition and modern in outlook, the University gives students and staff the opportunity to cultivate their talent in an ambitious and informal environment. An effective organisation – with good working conditions and a collaborative work culture – creates the ideal framework for a successful academic career.
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