Informations générales
Intitulé de l'offre : M/F Research Engineer Position in Optical Remote Sensing for Water Color and Algorithm Development (H/F)
Référence : UMR8187-CHAVER-004
Nombre de Postes : 1
Lieu de travail : WIMEREUX
Date de publication : jeudi 31 juillet 2025
Type de contrat : Chercheur en contrat CDD
Durée du contrat : 12 mois
Date d'embauche prévue : 1 novembre 2025
Quotité de travail : Complet
Rémunération : Starting from €3175 gross/month, based on experience
Niveau d'études souhaité : Doctorat
Expérience souhaitée : 1 à 4 années
Section(s) CN : 55 - Sciences et données
Missions
The Research Engineer will participate in a TOSCA/CNES project entitled TRISHNA-CLEC, focused on the study of the future TRISHNA sensor for ocean color observation.
Born from a French-Indian partnership, the TRISHNA mission will collect images of the Earth's surface in the solar and thermal infrared domains, with unprecedented spatial resolution and revisit frequency. The satellite launch is scheduled for 2026.
The Research Engineer will adapt and/or develop existing LOG (Laboratoire d'Océanographie et de Géosciences) models/algorithms to match TRISHNA's resolutions (atmospheric correction model, WiPE water mask, sun-glint correction, Suspended Particulate Matter (SPM) model).
Activités
Image processing and adaptation of existing algorithms to simulated TRISHNA data
Develop methods for processing satellite data
Participate in and/or write scientific articles
Present research at TRISHNA-dedicated conferences and international conferences
Compétences
Knowledge and Skills:
Programming (MATLAB, Python, C)
Satellite remote sensing
Statistical analysis
Knowledge of marine or atmospheric optics
Proficiency in English (from B1-B2 to C1 level)
Ability to write reports or technical documentation
Proficiency with domain-specific software tools
Soft Skills:
Self-learning ability and interpersonal skills
Motivation for challenges
Initiative and proactivity
Teamwork skills
Organization, rigor, adaptability, discretion
Ability to report on activities and progress
Contexte de travail
The LOG (Laboratory of Oceanology and Geosciences) is a highly interdisciplinary research laboratory in oceanology and marine geosciences, where both fundamental and applied research is conducted based on the triptych: Observation — Experimentation — Modeling.
In oceanology, research focuses on marine ecology, biogeochemistry, and physical oceanography. The Research Engineer will be affiliated with Team 3 of the LOG: TELHYD (Remote Sensing and Hydrodynamics).
Contraintes et risques
Working hours: 35 hours per week, on-site in Wimereux. Working hours: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
The Technology Transfer Engineer (M/F) may be required to travel within France or abroad.
12-month contract, with the possibility of renewal subject to project approval.