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Saint Louis University
SLU Saint Louis, MO; Des Peres Hall
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Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.
JOB SUMMARY
The Geospatial Research Scientist or Senior Geospatial Research Scientist leads innovative research initiatives in geospatial science, remote sensing, and GeoAI, applying advanced analytics, machine learning, and image processing techniques to address complex challenges in areas such as greenhouse gas emissions, environmental monitoring, and precision agriculture.
This position is responsible for developing research concepts, designing and executing experiments, analyzing and integrating multi-source geospatial data, and disseminating findings through publications, presentations, and sponsored research proposals. The Geospatial Research Scientist or Senior Geospatial Research Scientist collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, contributes to strategic partnerships and funding development, and supports the advancement of cutting-edge research within Saint Louis University's Remote Sensing Lab.
The Remote Sensing Lab advances geospatial science through machine learning and AI-driven analysis of multi-scale remote sensing data to tackle pressing challenges in food and water security, environmental change, and socio-ecological resilience. Its research combines geospatial computer vision, digital twins and photogrammetry, and sensor fusion—integrating satellite, UAV, and field-based hyperspectral, multispectral, thermal, and LiDAR measurements to monitor agriculture, ecosystems, and land-use dynamics.
Active projects span quantum farming and precision agriculture, remote sensing based nitrogen prescriptions to boost crop productivity, early detection of plant diseases, identification of biological and chemical stressors, carbon accounting, permafrost material chemistry, and development of a global InSAR accuracy model.
Supported by high-performance computing and advanced imaging systems, the lab delivers innovative GeoAI solutions that drive sustainable agriculture, strengthen food security, and deepen understanding of land-water-climate interactions.
Function
Research Support
40
Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.
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