The Cyprus University of Technology Laboratory of Geodesy invites applications for one (1) PhD student position in the field of Marine Geodesy, focusing on the analysis of geodetic, oceanographic, and meteorological information to better understand sea level variability and coastal erosion processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed processing of geodetic, oceanographic, and meteorological datasets to analyze sea level changes and the impact of coastal erosion.
• Develop and apply advanced ΑΙ algorithms for data processing and assimilation of heterogeneous datasets (satellite observations, in-situ measurements, and numerical models).
• Collaborate with other researchers to analyze data and synthesize results.
• Author and co-author research papers for publication in peer-reviewed journals and present findings at international conferences.

Funding

The position will be funded by on-going research grants secured by the CUT Laboratory of Geodesy and/ or the ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in one of the following disciplines: Geodesy, Oceanography, Earth Sciences, or other related discipline.
• Experience in programming with Python and/or C/C++ and/or Matlab, with a strong interest in developing software tools for data analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
• Capable of working independently and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in data analysis using Artificial Intelligence.
• Basic knowledge of satellite altimetry.

Application Submission Information

Supervisor: Dr. Chris Danezis

Position: Associate Professor of Geodesy

Application Deadline: November 15, 2024

Application submission link: English – Greek