Earth Surfaces Active and Passive Microwave Scientist

Job description

​ This is a fixed-term appointment with an initial duration of 4 years. Depending upon performance and organisational needs, the appointment may be extended up to a possible maximum duration of 8 years. Location: ESTEC, Noordwijk, Netherlands Description: Earth Surfaces Active and Passive Microwave Scientist in the Earth Surfaces and Interior Section of the Earth and Mission Science Division, Climate Action, Sustainability and Science Department, Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes. The Earth and Mission Science Division is responsible for the scientific definition, integrity and quality of research and operational missions developed and managed in ESA’s Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes. The Division provides a creative vision for innovation and new discoveries in Earth system science in close cooperation with the scientific community, and functions as custodian of ESA’s EO Science Strategy. It bridges science and technology by defining, consolidating and managing scientific and operational mission requirements throughout the complete lifecycle. The Division defines and manages scientific research-based studies, providing the scientific foundation for mission con...