Research Professional II, Lunar and Planetary Laboratory (Extended Temporary)

The University of Arizona Lunar and Planetary Laboratory (LPL) is seeking a qualified candidate to join its Planetary Photogrammetry Research Group as a Research Professional II. This full-time position is funded for one year and is available for immediate start.

LPL offers a collaborative and supportive research environment, fostering partnerships among faculty, staff, and students. Learn more about the group's work at https://www.lpl.arizona.edu/research/photogrammetry.

This is an Extended Temporary Employment position.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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• Verify and validate topographic products in accordance with contract requirements.
• Confirm data completeness across designated areas, identifying and addressing any gaps.
• Utilize techniques such as rendering topography along with image data to assess alignment with surface features.
• Compare topographic data against existing reference datasets or internally generated alternatives.
• Analyze topographic models of the lunar surface for quality assurance.
• Apply quality control techniques to assess accuracy, completeness, and reliability of topographic data.
• Develop and document procedures for geospatial and photogrammetric quality analyses.
• Reference and apply standard measures of precision and accuracy for topographic data, including linear error, circular error, and estimated vertical precision.
• Prepare and submit monthly written progress reports and presentations in accordance with contract requirements.
• Conduct a final PDS-style review and produce a comprehensive report for each site.
• Document all methods and techniques developed.
• Ensure all deliverables are completed and documented.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of geospatial information systems (GIS) and remote sensing.
• Knowledge of Planetary Data System (PDS), BAE System's SOCET SET/GXP, or Ames Stereo Pipeline.
• Knowledge of the principles of photogrammetry.
• Knowledge of GIS software applications such as ArcPro and QGIS.
• Skill in geospatial programming using tools like Python and GDAL.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

• Master's degree in a relevant field is preferred.
• Experience in generating and analyzing topographic data from stereo imagery using photogrammetry and shape-from-shading techniques.
• Experience in remote sensing image processing techniques.
• Experience in topographic product creation and validation.