Assistant Professor in Geodetic Engineering and Surveying (2024-224-06044)

Assistant Professor in Geodetic Engineering and Surveying (2024-224-06044)

At the Technical Faculty of IT and Design, Department of Sustainability and Planning, a position as Assistant Professor in Geodetic Engineering and Surveying is open for appointment from 1 January 2025 or soon hereafter. The position is for 3 years and will be based in the Copenhagen campus of Aalborg University. The field of the Department of Sustainability and Planning includes development and planning in a broad sense, and thereby it ranges from technical subjects such as geodesy, surveying and geoinformatics, to the social science aspects of development like environmental management, physical planning, sector planning, and land management. At the department, we have about 250 employees situated at the Aalborg and Copenhagen campus. The department provides excellent research and teaching in the field of planning, technology and society to create a more sustainable future. We are interdisciplinary in the technical, natural and social science disciplines and present a unique combination of social and technological understanding where digital and technological solutions merge with the needs of society. Our research creates the foundation for educating the young people of tomorrow, and as part of Aalborg University, the department rests on a socially engaging and problem-oriented approach. It is also at Department of Planning that the UNESCO Centre for Problem-Based Learning (PBL) is at home. We create educations that are aimed at the job market and a society with increasing focus on technology, digitization, sustainability and partnerships for a sustainable transition.

Jobbeskrivelse
The position is allocated in the Geodesy research group, which covers a broad range of geodetic topics like satellite geodetic and earth observation(EO) data assimilation, precise GNSS positioning, surveying technology, surface deformation(e.g., uplift, subsidence, post glacier rebound) monitoring and modelling, as well as data processing of satellite altimetry, satellite aperture radar(SAR), and Interferometry SAR(InSAR) missions. The research is currently focused on integrating various satellite data into Earth system models to study the Earth’s water redistribution and surface deformation globally and regionally. We would like to extend the group’s research in areas such as SAR and InSAR and laser scanning, as well as enhancing precise point positioning techniques through research on multi-GNSS based and reference frames. Experiences in software development for geospatial applications are highly valued, this includes, but is not restricted to, proficiency in programming languages(Python, C++, Java, MATLAB) and database management(SQL, PostgreSQL, PostGIS).

The teaching activities as Assistant Professor will include lecturing of surveying engineering topics, practical exercises(e.g., teaching the use of total station, levelling instruments, surveying GNSS, laser scanner and drones in mapping projects), BSc and MSc project supervision, coordination, and planning of courses and semesters at bachelor and master level primarily within surveying. All teaching activities are done in the format of PBL. Our bachelor programme is in Danish and or master programme is in English. Proficiency in Danish is therefore an advantage. Further, familiarity with conducting practical geomatics projects and knowledge of geodata and surveying regulations will be highly appreciated for supervising BSc and MSc projects and guiding students in practical applications.

You may obtain further professional information from Professor Ehsan Forootan, e-mail: [email protected], phone:+4561967182 or general information from head of section, Associate professor Finn Kjær Christensen, e-mail: [email protected], phone:+4599408341.

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Qualification requirements:
Appointment as an Assistant Professor presupposes scientific qualifications at PhD–level or similar scientific qualifications. The research potential of each applicant will be emphasized in the overall assessment.

Appointment as an Assistant Professor cannot exceed a period of four years in total in a temporary position(appointment at Assistant Professor level cannot exceed a period of eight years in total in Denmark).

The application must contain the following:

• A statement outlining your reasons for applying, and intentions and visions with, the position.
• Your curriculum vitae, including personal data, educational background, scientific qualifications, dissemination skills, participation in committees and boards, and additional qualifications relevant for the position.
• Copies of relevant diplomas(Master of Science and PhD). On request you could be asked for an official English translation.
• A complete list of publications.
• Publications you wish to be considered by the assessment committee. You may attach up to 5 publications.
• A specification of your teaching qualifications relative to the teaching portfolio. If this is not enclosed you must include an explanation for its absence.
• References/recommendations.

Shortlisting will be applied. After the review of any objections regarding the assessment committee, the head of department, with assistance from the chair of the assessment committee, selects the candidates to be assessed. All applicants will be informed as to whether they will advance to assessment or not.

The applications are only to be submitted online by using the"Apply online" button below.

AAU wishes to reflect the diversity of society and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background or belief.

For further information concerning the application procedure please contact Helle Manøe by [email protected].

Information regarding guidelines, ministerial circular in force, teaching portfolio and procedures can be seenhere.

Løn og ansættelsesvilkår
Employment is in accordance with the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities(the Appointment Order) and the Ministry of Finance's current Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities. Employment and salary are in accordance with the collective agreement for state-employed academics.

Ansøgningsfrist
2024-10-02

Ref. nummer
2024-224-06044

Afdeling
Department of Planning