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CV: Research Assistant (GNSS Data Processing)
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE |
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Research Assistant [May 2015 – July 2015] University of Luxembourg, Luxembourg · Responsible for upgrading and documentation of GNSS data processing systems |
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Doctoral Researcher [June 2011 – May 2015] University of Luxembourg, Luxembourg |
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· Development, implementation and optimization of GNSS data processing systems · Processing and archiving of real-time data from GNSS CORS networks · Processing and archiving of real-time data from meteorological sensors · Long-term GNSS data processing for climatology · Investigation of the potential of GNSS in operational meteorology for Luxembourg · Presentation of research results in journals and conferences · University teaching |
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Engineer (GPS / Communications) [November 2010 – February 2010] |
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· Development, implementation and testing of a software package for real-time conversion of GPS observations from Topcon proprietary format to the RINEX format · Development, implementation and testing of a software package for real-time archival of GPS observation data · Software Documentation · Assistance in satellite communication operations using Iridium |
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EDUCATION |
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· Doctor of Philosophy (Engineering Sciences) [2011 - 2015]
· Master of Science (Radio and Space Science) [2008 – 2010]
· Bachelor of Science (Telecommunication Engineering) [2004 – 2008] |
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SKILLS AND ABILITIES |
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· GNSS Data Processing:Bernese GNSS Software, GAMIT/GLOBK, GIPSY-OASIS, trackRT, BKG Ntrip Client, PPP-Wizard · Programming / Scripting:C/C++, Python, Perl, Fortran, Shell · Data Analysis, Visualization and Modeling:MATLAB / Simulink, Generic Mapping Tools, OriginLab · Operating Systems:Linux, Windows, Mac OS · Soft Skills: Proposal Writing, Research Project Management, Report Writing, LaTeX, Microsoft Office · Communication Skills:High level of written and verbal communication skills in English demonstrated by various technical documents, articles, poster and oral presentations at international conferences · University Teaching: Over one year of experience as a teaching assistant at the University of Luxembourg for the course Physics Practical I & II · Other Attributes: Able to work productively as an individual as well as a team player |
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PUBLICATIONS / CONTRIBUTIONS |
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Peer-Reviewed Articles |
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· Ahmed, F., Václavovic, P., Teferle, F. N., Douša, J., Bingley, R., Laurichesse, D., Comparative Analysis of Real-Time Precise Point Positioning Zenith Total Delay Estimates, GPS Solutions, DOI: 10.1007/s10291-014-0427-z (published online) · Ahmed, F., Teferle, F. N., Bingley, R., Laurichesse, D., The Status of GNSS Data Processing Systems to Estimate Integrated Water Vapour for Use in Numerical Weather Prediction models, International Association of Geodesy Symposia Series, Vol. 143 (in press) · Teferle F. N., Hunegnaw A., Ahmed F., Sidorov D., Woodworth P. L., Foden P. R., Williams S. D. P., The King Edward Point Geodetic Observatory, South Georgia, South Atlantic Ocean: A First Evaluation and Potential Contributions to Geosciences, International Association of Geodesy Symposia Series, Vol. 143 (in press) · Mahfouf, JF., Ahmed F., Moll, P., Assimilation of zenith total delays in the AROME France convective scale model: a recent assessment, Tellus A, DOI: 10.3402/tellusa.v67.26106 |
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Non-Reviewed Articles |
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· Ahmed, F., Teferle, F. N., Bingley, R., Bareiss, J., GNSS Meteorology in Luxembourg, Cahier Scientifique - Revue Technique Luxembourgeoise, 2012, Issue 1, Pages 16-22 |
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Oral Presentations |
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· Ahmed, F., Teferle, F. N., Bingley, R., Laurichesse, D., An Evaluation of the Accuracy of Real-Time Zenith Total Delay Estimates, Geophysical Research Abstracts Vol. 15, EGU2013-11716, 2013 EGU General Assembly 2013 · Ahmed, F., Teferle, F. N., National Report on GNSS Meteorology Activities in Luxembourg, 3rd Management Committee Meeting, COST Action ES1206, Varna, Bulgaria, 11-12 September 2014 · Ahmed, F., Vaclavovic, P., Teferle, F. N., Dousa, J., Bingley, R., Laurichesse, D., Comparative Analysis of Real-Time Precise Point Positioning Zenith Total Delay Estimates, 2nd Workshop, COST Action ES1206, Munich, Germany, 28 February 2014 · Ahmed, F., Mahfouf, J. F., Teferle, F. N., Impact of Assimilating GNSS-derived Zenith Total Delay from Luxembourg and the Greater Region into the Numerical Weather Prediction Model AROME, 2nd Workshop, COST Action ES1206, Munich, Germany, 28 February 2014 · Ahmed, F., Inventory of Reprocessed GNSS Datasets for Climate Monitoring Applications, 2nd Workshop, COST Action ES1206, Munich, Germany, 28 February 2014 |
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Poster Presentations |
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· More than 10 poster presentations in various international conferences including EGU General Assembly, AGU Fall Meeting and the IGS Workshop. |
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RESEARCH GRANTS |
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· Short Term Scientific Mission under COST Action ES1206
· AFR PhD Grant by Fonds National de la Recherche Luxembourg |
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ACTIVE PARTICIPATIONS |
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· Voluntarily Task Leader for sub-working group WG3.1 of the COST Action ES1206 Advanced Global Navigation Satellite Systems tropospheric products for monitoring severe weather events and climate (GNSS4SWEC) |
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