Satellite Imagery Analyst (Advanced Technologies) (P-4)

Organizational Unit:	State Infrastructure Analysis Section Division of Information Management Department of Safeguards
Duty Station:	Vienna, Austria
Issue Date:	27 September 2012
Application Deadline:	6 November 2012
Type/Duration of Appointment:	Fixed term, 3 years (subject to a probationary period of 1 year)

Organizational Setting

The Department of Safeguards is the organizational hub for the implementation of IAEA safeguards. The IAEA implements nuclear verification activities for more than 170 States in accordance with their safeguards agreements. The safeguards activities are undertaken within a dynamic and technically challenging environment including advanced nuclear fuel cycle facilities and complemented by the political diversity of the countries. The Division of Information Management (SGIM) comprises four sections and provides the Department of Safeguards with services of data collection, processing, analysis and the secure dissemination of safeguards relevant information. The overall objective is to generate the knowledge necessary to draw independent, impartial and credible safeguards conclusions. The State Infrastructure Analysis Section (ISI) is responsible for the analysis and exploitation of commercial satellite imagery and the provision of in-depth technical appraisals of nuclear sites and facilities. Analysts in ISI collect, process, and exploit information in support of both inspection-related activities and the Department-wide State evaluation process. The Section's product line includes site-focused satellite imagery analysis reports, imagery-derived maps and geospatial information, and technical assessments.

Main purpose

The Satellite Imagery Analyst (Advanced Technologies) is an expert in processing and analysis of multisensor imagery in support of the Section's mission of realising the Department's objective for nuclear verification, analysis and evaluation activities.

Role

The Satellite Imagery Analyst (Advanced Technologies) is: (1) an author of analytical reports; (2) an image scientist specializing in optical and radar image processing and analysis; (3) a coordinator of the integration of open source, State declared and other collateral information into the imagery analysis process; and (4) a leader and manager of R&D programmes supported by IAEA Member States.

Partnerships

The Satellite Imagery Analyst (Advanced Technologies) is the focal point for specific imagery analysis tasks for the Operations Divisions, coordinating and consolidating the users' expectations, contributing to the establishment of priorities and evaluating task requests and generating analytical products to support Department objectives. Within the Division of Information Management, the incumbent builds and develops relationships with other analysts and guides and supports staff in imagery acquisitions, processing and analysis activities. The Imagery Analyst's focus is to evaluate and integrate advanced imagery techniques into the Section's workflow. Besides developing imagery analysis products, the successful candidate is required to build partnerships with staff across the Department as required. As a specialist in cutting edge imagery technologies, she/he develops and maintains a network of experts relevant to new sensors, algorithms and technologies, including vendors/suppliers and external MSSP (Member State Support Programme) collaborators and researchers.

Functions / Key Results Expected

In cooperation with other imagery analysts and led by the Section Head, the Satellite Imagery Analyst is responsible for the imagery analysis process for specific tasks in support of the Operations Divisions within the Department of Safeguards. Specifically to: Analyse satellite images pertinent to safeguards verification including high-resolution panchromatic, multispectral, hyperspectral, radar and thermal imagery. Provide imagery expertise in the State Evaluation Process, generating high-quality analytical reports and presenting the findings within the Division and Department. Guide/mentor other staff in the image collection/processing and open source compilation processes. Lead technology evaluation/development/implementation efforts through case studies and by presenting methods and analytical techniques in internal and external workshops, conferences and training courses. Manage Member State supported research and development programmes focusing on the exploitation of radar and thermal imagery. Collaborate with other staff of the Department on major cross-cutting projects such as: Development of integrated analytical products; Preparation of State evaluation reports IT enhancement activities requiring the development of requirements, including the contribution of expertise and leadership to the implementation of new exploitation capabilities for the Section. Participate in on-site inspections, as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Professional expertise: Good knowledge of the nuclear fuel cycle, with emphasis on imagery related signatures and observables. Broad scientific knowledge of the processing and analysis of multisensor, multitemporal and multispectral imagery; An comprehensive understanding of the principles of analysis of radar and thermal imagery and their imagery signatures; A good technical and geographical knowledge of nuclear proliferation, nuclear fuel cycle activities and other related technologies. Strong interpersonal skills: Ability to build team spirit, mentor, and work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; Ability to work in a multicultural environment with respect and sensitivity for diversity. Leadership skills: Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and build strong technical teams to produce high-quality analytical reports and presentations, including training; Ability to form and lead strong technical teams in support of analysis and exploitation activities.

Education, Experience and Language Skills

Advanced university degree in remote sensing, physics, engineering, image processing or a closely related field in national or international organization. Minimum of seven years of relevant practical experience, including three years of recent and hands-on experience in multisensor imagery analysis relevant to IAEA safeguards or nuclear proliferation, with an emphasis on optical imagery, but demonstrated experience with radar and thermal imagery exploitation. Expertise in radar imaging, involving hands-on experience in the acquisition, processing, and analysis of radar imagery, including familiarity with interferometric and coherence techniques. Demonstrated experience in presenting and/or teaching analytical methods and/or scientific findings involving imagery analysis, optical/radar/thermal imagery exploitation and the nuclear fuel cycle. Experience with commercial off-the-shelf software for exploiting imagery. Experience with image processing/analysis and techniques for atmospheric corrections, temperature estimation, radar speckle filtering, imagery fusion, change detection and polarization decomposition. Fluency in spoken and written English essential. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish) desirable.

Remuneration

The IAEA offers an attractive remuneration package including a tax-free annual net base salary starting at US $67 483 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $34 956*, dependency benefits, rental subsidy, education grant, relocation and repatriation expenses; 6 weeks' annual vacation, home leave, pension plan and health insurance. How to apply to the IAEA Complete an Online Application * Subject to change without notice

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