Hydrologic Remote Sensing Scientist

CSU Digital

Part-time scientist at Colorado State University analyzing satellite imagery to estimate groundwater use. Supporting microbial fatty-acid research with molecular and analytical techniques.

Posted 8/10/2026part-timeFort Collins • Colorado • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $20 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in microbiology and biochemistry research, particularly in microbial production of fatty acids and groundwater resource estimation using geospatial imagery and remote sensing data. Proficient in molecular biology techniques and data analysis in Python.

Highest-signal resume keywords

PhD In Civil And Environmental EngineeringGeospatial Imagery Analysis In PythonGroundwater Resource EstimationMolecular Biology TechniquesRemote Sensing Data Analysis

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Hard Skills

Microbial Production Of Fatty AcidsAnalytical TechniquesData AnalysisResearch Lab ExperienceGroundwater Use Estimation

Tools & Technologies

Analytical EquipmentPython

Industry Keywords

MicrobiologyBiochemistryAnaerobic BioreactorsMedium-Chain Fatty AcidsSatellite Imagery

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonRemote Sensing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist postdoctoral researchers with microbiology and biochemistry research related to microbial production of fatty acids in anaerobic bioreactors
Investigate how microbial communities and feedstock composition influence production of medium-chain fatty acids, such as caproic and valeric acids
Use molecular and analytical techniques and analytical equipment
Evaluate large datasets of satellite imagery to estimate groundwater use in regions with little or no data

Requirements

What you’ll need

PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering, Geosciences, or a similar field
Extensive experience working with geospatial imagery in Python
Experience in groundwater resources
Experience estimating consumptive use of groundwater with remote sensing data
At least one semester of prior research lab experience
Comfortable working with standard molecular biology techniques and analytical equipment
Resume/CV required
Finalists must complete a background check before a final offer

Benefits

Comp & perks

Robust benefits package
Work-life balance
CSU perks
Background checks for finalists before a final offer