IMEO Methane Remote Sensing Specialist
Expand and improve analysis of area source methane emissions data from satellites.
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Overview
Expand and improve analysis of area source methane emissions data from satellites.
You have:
- A PhD in chemistry, physics, atmospheric sciences, remote sensing, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in atmospheric science, data assimilation, or satellite remote sensing.
- Proven skills in flux inversion modeling and handling of satellite-based methane datasets.
- Knowledge of area-mapping instruments (e.g., TROPOMI, MethaneSAT) and methane point-source detection.
- Ability to work independently and produce high-quality, policy-relevant outputs.
- Familiarity with Python, scientific computing, and satellite data processing is an asset.
- Fluency in English is required.
Contract
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Result of Service
The ultimate result of service will be expansion and improvement of IMEO’s analysis and integration of area source methane emissions data from satellites.
Work Location
Remote
Expected duration
12 months
Duties and Responsibilities
The UN Environment Programme’s International Methane Emissions Observatory (IMEO) is a data-driven, action-focused initiative that drives deep reductions in methane emissions– the second biggest contributor to global climate change and a key opportunity to reduce warming in the near-term. IMEO’s mission is to provide the open, reliable, and actionable methane data needed to cut emissions at the speed and scale necessary to achieve the Paris Agreement goals. To do this, IMEO is harnessing a methane data revolution under way thanks to rapidly advancing technology and momentum for methane action. IMEO collects, integrates, and reconciles data from methane-detecting satellites, scientific measurement studies, and rigorous industry reporting through the Oil and Gas Methane Partnership 2.0 (OGMP 2.0), and national emissions inventories. These initiatives are game-changers for climate action – and as a core implementing partner of the Global Methane Pledge, IMEO is shaping the future of methane mitigation. IMEO’s Methane Alert and Response System (MARS) harnesses satellite data to provide direct notifications of major methane emissions events in the oil and gas sector. Through MARS, IMEO integrates satellite data with other industry databases to identify potential operators and emissions sources to provide actionable information to stakeholders on the ground. The consultant will work on generating global flux inversions by country to obtain total annual methane emission products for each country and will investigate how to incorporate point-source emissions into flux inversions. The consultant will be responsible for detailed analysis on MARS data, specifically to compare point source emissions to area source emissions. Finally, the consultant will advise on the use of data from new area or low-resolution satellites such as GOSAT-GW, CO2M, or MERLIN, and assist with their integration.
Qualifications/special skills
- A PhD in chemistry, physics, atmospheric sciences, remote sensing, or a related field. - At least 5 years of experience in atmospheric science, data assimilation, or satellite remote sensing. - Proven skills in flux inversion modeling and handling of satellite-based methane datasets. - Knowledge of area-mapping instruments (e.g., TROPOMI, MethaneSAT) and methane point-source detection. - Ability to work independently and produce high-quality, policy-relevant outputs. - Familiarity with Python, scientific computing, and satellite data processing is an asset. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, experience in scientific data analysis and visualisation, and satellite data processing.
Languages
English and French are working languages for the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in English is required.
Additional Information
Not available.
No Fee
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Potential interview questions
| Describe your experience with satellite remote sensing and its application in atmospheric sciences. | This question aims to assess your practical knowledge and experience in the field relevant to the position. | Detail specific projects or research you've conducted involving satellite data and how it relates to methane emissions. |
| Can you provide an example of how you've utilized flux inversion modeling in previous roles? | The interviewer wants to understand your proficiency in using specific methodologies applicable to the job. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What area-mapping instruments are you familiar with and how have you used them? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you approach data integration for methane emissions from various sources? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Give an example of a high-quality output you have produced independently in a relevant field. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you stay updated with advancements in satellite technology and remote sensing? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What programming languages and tools do you use for scientific data analysis? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What challenges have you faced in remote sensing data analysis and how did you overcome them? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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