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# Doctoral Researchers (f_m_x) - Spectral remote sensing for critical

- **Company:** GFZ mbH
- **Location:** Potsdam, Germany
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Geographic Information Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Algorithm Design, Data Analysis, Computer Programming, Python (Programming Language), Deep Learning, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerboard.com/de/en/find-jobs-in-Germany/-A3AB720EA7439BEF89/

## About the Role

* MSc degree in Earth Sciences (Geology, Economic Geology, Mineral Exploration, Geochemistry), Remote Sensing, Computer Science, or a closely related discipline
 * Strong interest in critical raw material exploration and interdisciplinary geoscience research
 * Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills
 * Willingness to undertake international fieldwork, including work in remote areas
 * Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary research team
 * Excellent written and spoken English skills
 * Candidates are expected to have experience or a demonstrated interest in at least two of the following areas:
 + Economic geology and mineral exploration: Knowledge of ore systems, mineral deposits, exploration workflows, and critical raw materials (eg, rare earth elements REEs, Li, Ni, Cu)
 + Field geology and geological data collection: Geological mapping and interpretation, field observations, lithological/mineralogical characterisation, and geologic sampling
 + Spectroscopy and remote sensing: Imaging spectroscopy (VNIR, SWIR, and LWIR), hyperspectral data analysis, spectral characterisation, and mineral mapping
 + Geochemistry, mineralogy, and analytical techniques: Experience with methods such as XRF, XRD, ICP-MS, and SEM/EPMA, and related laboratory approaches
 + Data analysis, programming, and AI: Python programming, algorithm development, geospatial data analysis, and machine/deep learning approaches

Desirable Qualifications:

 * Experience operating UAV platforms and/or possession of a UAV pilot certificate
 * Knowledge of German, Spanish, and/or Portuguese languages
 * A valid driving licence, * Letter of motivation describing your research interests and explaining how your background fits the Geospex project
 * Copies of Bachelor's and Master's degree certificates and academic transcripts
 * Proof of English language proficiency, where applicable

## Description

* Conduct independent doctoral research within the scientific framework of the Geospex project
 * Plan and participate in international field campaigns at one of the project study sites in Australia, Chile, Canada, Namibia, or Brazil
 * Collect and analyse spectral data using spaceborne, UAV-based, field, and laboratory spectroscopic systems
 * Collect geological samples from outcrops and drill cores, and perform laboratory characterisation using state-of-the-art geochemical analytical facilities at GFZ
 * Develop innovative methodologies integrating remote sensing, spectroscopy, geochemistry, and artificial intelligence for the characterization and exploration of mineral systems
 * Process, integrate, and interpret 2D/3D geospatial, spectral, mineralogical, and geochemical datasets
 * Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present results at national and international scientific conferences
 * Collaborate closely with project partners from academia, geological surveys, and the mineral exploration industry


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