πŸ“ Potsdam, Germany Β· Available Worldwide

Aftab Uddin

GIS Specialist Β· IT & Cybersecurity Β· Researcher Β· Educator

Bridging geospatial science, technology, and education. From satellite imagery to cybersecurity β€” I help individuals and organisations navigate complex digital and spatial landscapes. Seeking PhD opportunities in Earth Observation & Geosciences.

Aftab Uddin
Aftab Uddin
GIS Β· IT Β· Research
MSc Β· Uni Potsdam
5+Years Experience
3Countries Worked
MScRemote Sensing & GIS
PIKCurrent Employer
3Languages
PhDSeeking Position
5+Years Experience
3Countries Worked
MScRemote Sensing & GIS
PIKCurrent Employer
3Languages
PhDSeeking Position
Who I am

About Me

I'm a GIS Analyst and IT Specialist working full-time at the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) β€” one of Germany's most respected climate science institutions.

With an MSc in Remote Sensing, Geoinformation & Visualization from the University of Potsdam and international research experience across Germany, the USA, and Bangladesh, I combine deep technical expertise with real-world impact.

"From satellite orbits to server rooms β€” I connect science, technology, and people."

Beyond my main role, I offer consultancy in GIS, environmental science, IT & cybersecurity, and language education β€” while actively pursuing PhD research opportunities in Earth Observation and geosciences.

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Education
MSc Remote Sensing & GIS β€” University of Potsdam
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Education
BSc Environmental Science β€” University of Chittagong
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Current Role
IT Specialist @ PIK, Potsdam (Full-time)
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Goal
Seeking PhD in Earth Observation / Geosciences
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Growing Focus
Cybersecurity
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Location
Potsdam, Germany Β· Remote Worldwide
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Languages
Bengali (Native) Β· English (C1) Β· German (B1)
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What I offer

My Services

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GIS & Remote Sensing

Spatial data analysis, map production, satellite imagery processing, InSAR time-series analysis, and geospatial pipeline automation using ArcGIS, QGIS, Python, and PostGIS.

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AI & Geospatial Technology

Applying AI and machine learning to geospatial workflows. Helping organisations leverage modern AI tools for spatial analysis, automation, and smarter decision-making.

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Environmental & Climate

Research support, data analysis, and reporting for environmental and climate projects. Experience with hazard modelling, hydrology, and climate impact frameworks.

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IT & Cybersecurity

IT infrastructure support, Linux/Windows administration, security hardening, endpoint protection, and cybersecurity consulting for organisations and researchers.

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Language Teaching

German and English language lessons tailored to your level and goals. Practical, conversational approach with focus on real-world usage and confidence building.

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Social Media Content

Educational content creation for Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook. Science, technology, and educational topics made accessible and engaging for wide audiences.

Academic ambition

Research & PhD Interests

"I am actively seeking PhD opportunities in Earth Observation, geohazard modelling, and satellite-based environmental monitoring β€” building on my MSc thesis in InSAR landslide detection and my international research experience at GFZ, Stony Brook University, and PIK."

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SAR & InSAR Time-Series Analysis
Detection and monitoring of geohazards including landslides, subsidence, and ground deformation using Sentinel-1 and LiCSBAS workflows.
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Climate & Hazard Modelling
Impact-based forecasting for cyclones, floods, and extreme weather events using Python and large-scale climate datasets (NetCDF, TIGGE).
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Earth Observation for Environment
Satellite-based monitoring of land surface changes, vegetation dynamics, permafrost, and coastal environments using multi-source remote sensing data.
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HPC & Big Geodata Processing
Large-scale geospatial data pipelines using HPC clusters, Python, and cloud platforms for processing terabytes of satellite and climate data.
Open to PhD Positions

I am a motivated researcher with hands-on experience in satellite data processing, geospatial analysis, and IT infrastructure. My MSc thesis applied LiCSBAS to Sentinel-1 time-series data for landslide detection on Crete, Greece.

I am eager to contribute to research groups working on Earth Observation, geohazards, climate impact, or environmental monitoring β€” particularly in Germany, the Netherlands, or internationally.

Earth Observation InSAR Geohazards Climate Impact Remote Sensing Python / HPC Hydrology
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My journey

Experience & Research

Mar 2025 – Present
IT Specialist
Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK), Germany
Full-time role managing Windows/Linux infrastructure, cybersecurity hardening, Proxmox virtualisation, and HPC onboarding for one of Germany's leading climate institutes.
May 2023 – Dec 2024
MSc Thesis Researcher β€” InSAR & Remote Sensing
University of Potsdam / GFZ Potsdam
Conducted InSAR time-series analysis using LiCSBAS to detect and map landslides on Crete, Greece. Processed Sentinel-1 SAR data to generate LOS, East, and Vertical displacement maps.
Sep 2023 – Mar 2024
Student Research Assistant β€” Geospatial Analysis
GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences, Potsdam
Processed raster/vector geospatial datasets in Python for the IPOC hydrology project. Produced publication-quality maps using QGIS and ArcGIS.
Jan 2022 – Jan 2023
Visiting Researcher β€” Climate Extremes Modelling
Stony Brook University, New York, USA
Applied Python and NetCDF processing to cyclone-related climate hazard research. Built impact pipelines for Cyclone Amphan using TIGGE climate data.
May 2022 – Feb 2025
Student Assistant β€” IT Administration
Hasso Plattner Institut (HPI), Potsdam
Front-line IT support, lab machine management, and coordination of international academic events.
May 2021 – Aug 2021
Research Intern β€” Structure-from-Motion & 3D Modelling
University of Potsdam (Prof. Dr. Bodo Bookhagen)
Built 3D models of tree canopies from UAV imagery using Agisoft Metashape and CloudCompare.
Technical expertise

Skills & Tools

GIS & Remote Sensing
ArcGIS ProArcGIS OnlineQGISGDALInSAR / LiCSBASSAR / Sentinel-1LiDARSfM / MetashapeSNAPPostGIS
Programming & Data
PythonNumPy / PandasArcPyGDAL/OGRNetCDF4SQLBashGitR / MATLAB
IT & Cybersecurity
Linux (Ubuntu)Windows ServerProxmox / VMsDockerDNS / DHCP / VPNHPCEndpoint SecurityVaultwardenActive Directory
Languages & Databases
Bengali β€” NativeEnglish β€” C1German β€” B1PostgreSQLPostGISFile Geodatabase
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Let's work together

Let's Build
Something Great

Whether you need GIS consultancy, IT support, language lessons, content creation β€” or want to discuss PhD research opportunities β€” I would love to hear from you.

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