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The Climate, Energy, and Risk Analytics (CERA) Lab at NYU (https://yukimiura.org/) is seeking a fully funded PhD student, starting Spring or Fall 2026.
Our lab develops AI- and data-driven methods to understand and manage climate risks, working closely with NYC agencies and global partners to build resilient communities.
'''Research Areas of Interest:'''
* LLMs for Sentiment & Risk Analysis – analyzing policy, finance, and public perception signals
* VLMs for Global Exposure Datasets – creating building-level exposure datasets from satellite & multimodal data
* Unbiased Climate Risk Modeling – tackling data bias in future hazards like flooding & their impact modeling
* Cascading Impact Modeling – network/GNN-based modeling of interdependent infrastructure failures
* Reinforcement Learning for Adaptation – optimizing resource allocation for hazard protection
'''What we are looking for:''' We welcome applicants with backgrounds in machine learning, data science, fluid dynamics, optimization, risk modeling, or climate sciences. Strong programming skills (e.g., Python) and interest in AI for real-world resilience are highly valued.
Beyond NYU Engineering, our lab collaborates with public agencies, finance, and industry, offering unique opportunities for research with tangible impact.
Interested candidates can apply here: https://forms.gle/fosWDxiuBbGy1GPr5
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Please share this opportunity widely!
Yuki Miura, PhD<br>
Assistant Professor; New York University<br>
Climate, Energy, and Risk Analytics Lab <br>
NYU Tandon Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering<br>
NYU Tandon Center for Urban Science and Progress<br>
NYU Stern Volatility and Risk Institute (faculty advisory board)<br>
NYC Panel on Climate Change (NPCC5)<br> +
The Coastal Hydrology Lab at The University of Alabama (https://www.ua.edu/) invites applications for a Postdoc and a PhD student position to start in January 2025 (earlier start dates in Fall 2024 are negotiable). The positions are fully funded by external grants from NSF, and NOAA, and the successful applicants will work with Dr. Hamed Moftakhari (https://hmoftakhari.people.ua.edu/).
Qualified applicants must have strong quantitative and analytical skills, hold a PhD (for the postdoc appointment) and a MSc (for the PhD position) in Civil, Environmental, or Coastal/Ocean Engineering (or related disciplines), and have strong written and oral communication of research results. Desired qualifications include experience in probabilistic modeling, development of machine learning algorithms and hydrodynamic modeling (e.g., DFLOW-FM, ADCIRC, SFINCS).
For consideration, please submit your CV, a sample technical writing, a cover letter explaining your research experience/interests and list of 3 references to hmoftakhari@eng.ua.edu. In subject line “CHL-Application 2025”. The screening of applications starts immediately and the positions are open until filled.
Thanks,<br>
Hamed Moftakhari, Ph.D., P.E.<br>
Associate Professor ; Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering<br>
Associate Director ; Center for Complex Hydrosystems Research<br>
The University of Alabama<br>
1068 Cyber Hall, Tuscaloosa, AL 35487<br>
hmoftakhari@eng.ua.edu; https://hmoftakhari.people.ua.edu/ <br> +
The Colby College Department of Geology invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor position specializing in paleoclimate, paleoceanography, global environmental change, geomorphology, surface processes, or related fields to begin September 1, 2021. The successful candidate will teach a sophomore-level course on Earth’s climate and paleoclimate history with a lab in 2021-22. The position can be extended for a second year if the successful candidate also is qualified to teach a sophomore-level geomorphology course with a lab in 2022-23. Other teaching duties may include introductory geology course(s) and/or upper-level undergraduate elective(s) in the candidate’s area of specialty for a total of four course equivalents per year. Our ideal candidate will be able to offer both field- and lab-based study of past environmental change and geomorphology in Maine to give students hands-on experience. The successful candidate will have access to instrumentation and facilities in the Departments of Geology and Chemistry for research and teaching. These include a powder-XRD, micro-XRF, SEM-EDS, CHNSO Elemental Analyzer, ICP-OES, petrographic and binocular microscopes, and sediment-sieving equipment. The search committee is especially interested in candidates who can teach and mentor a diverse student population. +
The College of Earth and Mineral Sciences through the Earth and Environmental Systems Institute (EESI) at The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA, seeks to hire tenure-line faculty at the Assistant or Associate rank who study Earth and environmental sciences using new data-driven tools and methods. Candidates for the rank of Associate Professor typically will have several years of research experience and already hold tenure at another institution and/or qualify for immediate tenure at Penn State. Successful candidates will have expertise in at least one of the following areas: data mining, machine learning, artificial intelligence, or deep learning.
We seek dynamic scientists who want to teach and lead in the emerging field of data analytics on integrated topics of Earth and environmental science as they relate to land-water and energy systems. Relevant research expertise could include but is not limited to earth imaging (subsurface and surface), water-resource management (physical, chemical, surface and groundwater), decision and policy analysis under uncertainty, natural hazard risk management, energy economics, management and analysis of coupled energy and water systems, and others. We expect the successful candidate to use methods such as machine learning, artificial intelligence, large-data processing, numerical modeling, or remote sensing in order to conduct their work. The position will involve a joint appointment between EESI and either the Department of Energy and Mineral Engineering or Geosciences.
The tenure home will be determined based on the research skills and interests of the candidate, after the on-site interviews have been conducted. The selected applicants will be responsible for research and teaching in their respective Departments, along with service for the Department and for EESI. We envision that the new faculty member will offer new courses in data analytics/machine learning/artificial intelligence, aimed especially for graduate and undergraduate students in earth sciences, environmental studies, and science and policy across the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences and the University.
Candidates should have earned a Ph.D. in either Earth Science, Geosciences, Geography, Energy Science, Meteorology, Computer Science, Engineering or a related field in the engineering, natural, or social sciences. Candidates must demonstrate expertise and research productivity in data-driven science and show a strong interest in interdisciplinary research and teaching. Excellence in teaching, research, and service is expected of professors employed by Penn State, as is the development of an externally funded research program. Applicants are expected to have completed all requirements of a Ph.D. degree before date of hire.
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We foster a culture of inclusion that supports numerous diversity initiatives and leverages the educational and institutional benefits of diversity. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission. To apply, please upload: cover letter; curriculum vitae, including publications list; a description of future research plans; teaching interests; and a statement of commitment towards diversity and inclusion. The review of applications will begin March 1, 2020 and continue until all positions are filled. Inquiries can be sent to Professor Sridhar Anandakrishnan (sxa17@psu.edu), Chair of the search committee.
The College of Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Central Florida (UCF) in Orlando, Florida is seeking to fill a Postdoctoral Researcher position to support flow-biota-sediment transport research. The incumbent will join the UCF Ecohydraulics Laboratory in the Department of Civil, Environmental and Construction Engineering and support research funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the Defense Advanced Research Project Agency (DARPA).
Research directions fall within the emerging field of eco-geomorphology, including computational simulations of estuarine morphodynamics, integrating feedbacks between hydrodynamics, biota (mangroves, seagrasses, marsh grasses, shellfish reef) and sediment transport processes. Successful candidates will integrate results of field investigation and lab experimentation in a sediment recirculating flume into computational modeling to support fundamental science in flow-biota-sediment interaction, with direct applications to robust design of restoration, nature-based solutions and natural infrastructure aimed at mitigating bank erosion and flooding.
'''PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS '''
* Ph.D. degree in Water Resources, Civil, Environmental, Biological or Ecological Engineering, or in a related area (Hydrology, Geomorphology, Marine or other relevant Earth Sciences) from an accredited institution.
* Expertise in sediment transport and free surface hydrodynamics.
* Expertise in coding and analysis of timeseries data (in MATLAB, Python), numerical hydrodynamic and morphodynamic modelling (e.g. SWAN, Delft 3D).
* Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Prior record of published scholarly work, especially first-author journal publication.
* Experience in design and implementation of field and/or lab experimentation in aquatic environments (boating experience a plus).
* Experience calibrating and deploying sensors (turbidity, ADCP, ADV). Ability to meet project deadlines and work collaboratively as a member of a team.
This 24-month research appointment (pending satisfactory performance) is anticipated to begin in Fall 2024. The UCF Ecohydraulics Lab fosters inclusion and diversity. Applications from early-career researchers under-represented in the Engineering field are welcome.
'''APPLICATION PROCEDURE'''
Applicants should send their CV and writing sample (preferably a published journal article on which you are the first author) to Dr. Kelly Kibler at kelly.kibler@ucf.edu.
Thank you for sharing!
Kelly Kibler<br>
Associate Professor<br>
Water Resources Engineering<br>
University of Central Florida<br>
Department of Civil, Environmental & Construction Engineering and
National Center for Integrated Coastal Research<br>
ecohydraulics.weebly.com<br>
The College of Science and Department of Geosciences at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) are looking to fill an open tenure track faculty position within the field of Hydrogeology (see attached advertisement).
Candidates should have a strong research background in hydrogeology and water resources, including but not limited to, the integration of geologic and geophysical field data into hydrologic analysis, hydrogeochemistry, fluid-rock interactions, and/or hydrologic modeling with emphasis on environmental applications. Candidates are expected to complement present research strengths in coastal and marine research, and to engage with local partners in Florida on issues pertaining to regional freshwater resources.
Inquiries regarding this position should be sent to: Dr. Colin Polsky, Chair of Search Committee, (cpolsky@fau.edu). +
The Colorado Water Center director is appointed by the President of Colorado State University to serve as the chief executive, academic, and policy officer of the Center, reporting directly to the Vice President for Engagement and Extension.
The director provides leadership and oversight of the Center’s portfolio of research, education, engagement, and service activities, which is developed and implemented in collaboration with CSU faculty and staff affiliates, partner higher education institutions across Colorado, and a variety of partner scholars, agencies, and organizations.
The director facilitates planning and continuous improvement of the Center’s activities, supported by a statutory external advisory committee. The director also develops strategic, staffing, and budget plans to implement an innovative and impactful water agenda that addresses state and regional needs and is accountable for raising extramural resources through grants, contracts, gifts, and program fees.
In addition, the director is a critical public voice and recognized national expert on water scholarship and policy issues, representing the Center at various water-related organizations, convenings, and policy conversations.
The director also serves as a key member of the Office of Engagement and Extension’s executive leadership team, promoting impactful engaged scholarship to fulfill CSU’s land-grant mission.
This position may be considered for a concurrent continuing (non-tenured) or tenured faculty appointment if the individual possesses an outstanding record of achievement that merits appointment as such within one of CSU’s academic units. For more information view the prospectus at https://learn.colostate.edu/water-center-director-search/.
To view the job vacancy announcement and apply, click link: https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/153246. For full consideration, all materials must be RECEIVED no later than 11:59 PM Mountain Time on Monday, December 9, 2024.
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We invite you to review Colorado State University’s Principles of Community that guide our mission and vision of access, teaching, service, and engagement.
The Computational Earth Science group at Los Alamos National Laboratory has an immediate opening for a postdoctoral researcher to study landscape change in the Arctic and its impacts on hydrologic, carbon, and nutrient fluxes.
We encourage applications from anyone interested in developing new representations of permafrost hydrology in watershed and land surface models. Our team advances understanding of interactions between changes to snow, vegetation, permafrost and hydrological conditions in the Arctic using direct and remotely sensed observations, including drone-based acquisitions, to test and inform models of landscape change. If you are excited about working on science to understand the changing Arctic, please apply!
Los Alamos National Laboratory is a fantastic place to further your academic and professional goals. Roughly half of postdocs at LANL decide to continue their career here, while nearly a quarter move on to academic positions. LANL offers highly competitive salaries and benefits packages. Additionally, the lab’s location in the “Land of Enchantment” makes for exciting recreational opportunities, with an enormous variety of trails for hiking, mountaineering, climbing, and mountain biking as well as ski resorts in all directions. Nearby Santa Fe offers unique cultural activities, while Los Alamos itself has a “small town” feel.
Please feel free to forward this posting to your groups, colleagues, or students who might interested in the position. Application instructions can be found at: https://lanl.jobs/los-alamos-nm/land-surface-modeler-postdoc/CF950E9E583944759B9FB6A8536864BC/job/. Please direction questions to cabolt@lanl.gov and kbennett@lanl.gov.
Thanks!
Katrina Bennett<br>
Chuck Abolt +
The Consortium of Universities for the Advance of Hydrologic Science, Inc. (CUAHSI) seeks a candidate for one postdoctoral position in the general area of improving community resilience to flood disasters. The Postdoctoral Research Associate (RA) will conduct independent research and is mentored by one or more faculty at the university of the RA’s choosing. Appointments will have an expected term of one year, extendable to two years, and starting as soon as possible. The position includes a $50,000, full benefits and a discretionary fund of $10,000/year, much of which will support travel to the National Water Center, in addition to any research funds that may be directed to the project by mentors. BACKGROUND The Department of Homeland Security’s (DHAS) Flood Apex Program was developed with goals to reduce flood fatalities and property losses, and to enhance community resilience to floods. Housed within the DHS Science and Technology Directorate, the Flood Apex Program aims to discover new tools, technologies, and solutions through strong partnerships. Discovery of new tools and technologies through partnerships aligns with the goals of the CUAHSI Summer Institute (SI), which is held under the auspices of the National Water Center (NWC) at the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa with support from the National Weather Service. There is an opportunity to leverage the activities of the SI to advance the goals of the Flood Apex program. CUAHSI is partnering with the DHS Science and Technology Directorate’s Flood APEX program to support a Postdoctoral RA who will conduct outcome-based research on flood analytics that supports the Flood Apex program. The RA will be expected to integrate this research into CUAHSI’s SI through active participation in the program. CUAHIS’s involvement aligns with the organization’s goal of advancing hydrologic science by strengthening multi-disciplinary collaboration, developing and operating research infrastructure, and promoting water education and training. QUALIFICATIONS AND CRITERIA Requirements for the positions include a Ph.D. in a field of study relevant to flooding, the ability to take initiative and work independently, and an interest in contributing to a dialogue across disciplinary boundaries. Applicants should submit a research proposal based on the guidelines below, including identification of a proposed faculty mentor. Proposals will be judged on scientific merit, an achievable research plan, and the degree to which the research contributes the Flood Apex program and goals of the Summer Institute. Letters of support will be requested from proposed mentors, so applicants will benefit from contacting proposed mentors early in the process. Applicants must be U.S. citizens. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS To apply, please submit the following items at https://proposalspace.com/calls/d/1032 by June 15, 2019. Cover letter describing your interest in the position; Current CV; Required project proposal (1,500 words maximum, excluding references): Proposals should briefly address the following points: Title and brief abstract Project background and importance: What is known and what is new about this question? Why does it matter? How does this project fit with your own previous work and your proposed mentor's? Project plan: What will be done? How does this research support the Flood Apex program and the Summer Institute? Include a data management plan, and timeline or work plan if appropriate. If additional resources will be needed to complete the work, do you have options for funding them? Project outcomes: What products will come out of this project (e.g. articles, methods, datasets, policy briefs, educational materials)? References Two letters of reference from advisors or colleagues who know the applicant’s work well. Proposals and letters of reference will be submitted through ProposalSpace. You must create an account with ProposalSpace to submit your application. There is no fee for submitting. You can save your application in progress and return to it later, but all required documents must be entered before submitting. All required information must be submitted by the application deadline. Questions should be addressed to jdbales@cuahsi.org.
The Critical Infrastructure Systems Lab (https://galelli.cee.cornell.edu/; Cornell's School of Civil and Environmental Engineering) is developing the next generation of computational models to study the feedbacks and interactions between climate, water, and power systems. In this project, you will contribute to a core element of this modelling effort, namely a coupling toolkit that allows to dynamically link different computational models. Job responsibilities include: (1) architecting a model coupling toolkit, (2) implementing and testing the toolkit on a high-performance computing cluster, (3) analysing simulation results (applications will be drawn from a variety of existing water and power system models), and (4) publishing in peer-reviewed journals and presenting results at scientific conferences. Besides contributing to the research activities of the project, the successful applicant is expected to provide occasional support to graduate and undergraduate students.
Candidates must have a PhD degree in Computational Science or Engineering, preferably in the fields of water and/or power system modelling. Strong programming skills in Python and experience with large-scale computing are a fundamental pre-requisite for the position. Experience with Fortran or C/C++ will be positively evaluated. The candidate is expected to be highly organized and a proactive person, able to work both with a team and independently. Demonstration of innovative scientific results obtained during the PhD and communication skills are important elements of evaluation.
The successful candidate will be offered a Postdoctoral Associate position for 12 months, with possibility of extension based on performance and fund availability. The hiring offer range for this position is $56,484 to $80,000 depending on education, experience, discipline and relevant skills. The position can be remote, but the home location needs to be in the United States.
Application materials must be submitted on-line through AcademicJobsOnline (https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/25949). Through this website, applicants are to submit a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae that includes a list of publications, graduate transcript, and the names and contact information for at least three references. The successful applicant anticipated hire date is January/February 2024 (or earlier based on candidate’s availability). Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Questions can be directed to Dr. Stefano Galelli (galelli@cornell.edu).
The Critical Zone Geoscience Lab in the Department of Earth Sciences at the University of Connecticut is recruiting graduate students at the MS or Ph.D. level. The lab is led by Dr. Russell Callahan and research projects in the lab will focus on understanding connections between subsurface weathering, hydrology, ecosystems, and surface processes. Research methods will include measurements of subsurface weathering from geophysical surveys, excavations, and boreholes. Research projects may also employ methods including remote sensing, geochemical and isotopic measurements of field samples, and hydrological and ecological field measurements.
The Department of Earth Sciences at UConn and Dr. Callahan encourage applicants from underrepresented groups and strive to create a welcoming environment where diverse viewpoints and experiences can be shared in an inclusive environment. More information on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives in the department can be found here.
Interested students should email Russell Callahan (russell.callahan@uconn.edu) to discuss opportunities and research interests. In your message, please include a CV and clearly state how your research interests align with previous and ongoing work by Dr. Callahan (see website for example publications).
Details on the application process at UConn can be found here. It is recommended that students submit applications by January 10 to be considered for funding opportunities for Fall admission. +
The Czech Technical University in Prague (CTU), The Department of Hydraulics and Hydrology has vacancy for '''PhD position in “Prediction of pollution loads from urbanized catchments using data-driven models”'''
The position is a part of the industrial research project WaterScanToolbox in which we collaborate with process engineers and stakeholders from Prague Sewer Management Company and IT Cloud Computing Company. The candidate will process and interpret flow and water quality data at the inlet to WWTP as well as rainfall data from municipal rain-gauge network, weather radar, or numerical weather forecasts. Thus developed predictive models are expected to be applied for WWTP operation but also presented in scientific publications.
The position requires good interpersonal skills with the desire and the ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a team environment. You will be a member of a small, but well recognized research team, with the focus on urban hydrology, which includes 2 postdocs and 2 PhD positions.
In a PhD context, the candidate will be encouraged to actively fulfill duties related to doctoral studies and including presenting results on relevant international scientific conferences and/or publishing them in peer reviewed journals.
The ideal candidate must have a recent MSc. degree in applied mathematics, statistics, data analysis, machine learning, hydrology, or similar discipline. Experience in coding/programming in Python, R, Matlab or similar, and reading and writing in English is desired.
The PhD position is funded as follows: CTU stipendium covered over the whole period (9K-14K CZK netto) + project position part-time 0.6-0.7 (app 23K CZK brutto) covered over 24 months with a perspective for extension.
Please submit your application including a CV, a brief statement about your motivation for this position, copies of your academic qualifications and names of potential referees in electronic form as a single PDF file to vojtech.bares@cvut.cz
Deadline for applications is January 22nd, 2021 or until the position is filled. Start as soon as possible.
For further information, please contact Dr. Vojtěch Bareš, vojtech.bares@cvut.cz .
The DRIP (Dirt, Rivers, Ice, Particles) Lab at the University of Rochester is looking for a two-year postdoc to work on an NSF-funded project studying the effects of grain shape on sediment diffusion in rivers, starting in Fall 2024. The project is part of a larger effort in collaboration with experimental geochemist Dustin Trail at UR to better predict the location of critical mineral resources using fluvial sediments. Research will include fieldwork to track RFID-tagged pebbles of different shapes in a local stream in the Finger Lakes, with the opportunity for other approaches including probabilistic theoretical approaches, numerical modeling, and/or lab experiments. To express interest, please email rachel.glade@rochester.edu with your CV and a brief description of your research background. Field experience is a plus, but not required.
We strongly encourage interest from members of groups typically under-represented in geosciences and higher education. The University of Rochester is committed to creating a diverse workplace and an inclusive community: https://rochester.edu/diversity/. Rochester is also a cool place to live! You can have the feel of a big city while being minutes away from great outdoor opportunities—Lake Ontario, The Finger Lakes, Niagara Falls—and only a few hours away from Toronto.
Cheers,<br>
Rachel
Rachel Glade<br>
Assistant Professor, University of Rochester<br>
Department of Earth and Environmental Science<br>
Department of Mechanical Engineering<br>
rachel.glade@rochester.edu<br>
www.rachelglade.com<br> +
The Department of Earth, Environmental and Resource Sciences (DEERS) at the University of Texas El Paso (UTEP), invites applications for 1 position at the Masters level research assistantships on the broad areas of hydrology and fluvial geomorphology observations and modeling. We seek dedicated and motivated students holding Bachelors of Science degrees in civil or electrical engineering, earth science, geology, geography, computer science, data analytics or a related physical science field. The student will work under the supervision of Prof. Alvarez (alvarez@utep.edu). Students interested in the following fields are encouraged to apply: autonomous systems (aerial and aquatic), machine learning, robotics, water resources, fluvial geomorphology, numerical modeling. The selected student will be engaged in one of the following research projects: 1) Use of autonomous systems (unmanned aerial systems and autonomous boats) for innovations in process-based robot learning complemented with real-time adaptive sampling for path planning and rapid surveying of hydrosystems. 2) Development, testing, improvement and application of distributed, parallelized, physically based modeling of flow, sediment and bed evolution at the scale of a large river reach and at the scale of a laboratory flume.
Review of applications will start immediately, and successful applicants may start in Fall 2021. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until suitable candidates are found. Interested candidates should email their CV and unofficial transcripts to Prof. Alvarez (alvarez@utep.edu).
The Department of Earth, Environmental and Resource Sciences at University of Texas at El Paso is a vibrant group of 25 faculty representing a wide variety of geology, geophysics, hydrology, environmental science, and geography expertise. The degrees the Department offers include the B.S., B.A., and M.S. in Geological Sciences, the B.S. and M.S. in Environmental Science, the B.S. and M.S. in Geophysics, and a minor in Geography. Our Ph.D. in Geological Sciences includes students with interests in any of these subdisciplines. We also support student training in cross-campus interdisciplinary Ph.D. programs including the Environmental Science and Engineering, Computational Science, and Data Science Ph.D. programs. The University of Texas at El Paso is a national and international research university committed to access and excellence. UTEP enrolls over 25,000 students UTEP is designated by the Carnegie Foundation as an R1 university.
The Department of Agricultural Sciences at Clemson University has a tenure track faculty opening in water resource economics. The successful candidate will join a dynamic, collaborative, and highly motivated water resources faculty team. Our department is committed to the professional development of faculty by providing faculty/student travel support, faculty career development coaching, faculty mentoring program, publication fees, etc. In addition to the departmental support, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to conduct research& education activities with faculty and researchers at Clemson Research and Education Centers (RECs) across the state.
Clemson University has the highest Carnegie research designation (R1), and recently completed its Clemson Forward plan with a strategic focus on advancing our doctoral programs and strengthening our research and scholarly impact while still preserving the outstanding signature undergraduate experience that is at the heart of Clemson. Clemson Forward has at its core the mission of being a model for the 21st Century land grant university. South Carolina’s highest-ranked national university is located at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains and surrounded by Lake Hartwell and the Clemson Experimental Forest. This strikingly beautiful campus enjoys a temperate and pleasant climate.
Please encourage your postdocs and grad students to apply for this position. See the ad: https://apply.interfolio.com/110109.
Sincerely,<br>
Vidya
Vidya Samadi, Ph.D.<br>
Assistant Professor & Director of Clemson Hydrosystem & Hydroinformatics Research (HHR) Group<br>
Department of Agricultural Sciences, CLEMSON UNIVERSITY<br> +
The Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering/ Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the Penn State University has an opening for a graduate research assistant position starting in the fall of 2020. This position is funded through a USDA project exploring potential opportunities for improving agricultural productivity, water and nutrient use efficiency of agricultural systems in urbanizing landscapes. The research is computationally driven and involves working with interdisciplinary teams. Applicants should have B.S or M.S in Civil Engineering, Agricultural and Biological Engineering, or related fields with a focus on natural resources engineering. Prior experience in watershed modeling is a plus. Contact Dr. Cibin Raj (craj@psu.edu) for more details about the project. +
The Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering at the University of Florida (UF) is excited to announce a PhD research opportunity to investigate how conservation practices can help improve agricultural sustainability locally and regionally. The PhD research will quantify the interactions between agricultural management practices and nutrient loadings and identify water and nutrient transport pathways (surface water and groundwater) to downstream waterbodies at the field and watershed scales using mathematical models.
Specifically, the research project includes:
# developing a set of simulation models coupled to each other to describe the water, sediment, and nutrient loading and transport processes happening in study watersheds in South Florida,
# evaluating the field and watershed-scale effectiveness of agricultural conservation practices, including crop rotation (between sugarcane and flooded rice),
# exploring alternative management practices and options for further effectiveness improvement,
# optimizing the application timings and locations of conservation practices for maximized overall watershed-scale effectiveness.
This research is part of a Conservation Effects Assessment Project (CEAP) project supported by USDA-NRCS (https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/main/national/technical/nra/ceap/). This PhD research will focus on the modeling effort and be closely integrated with monitoring studies and geospatial analyses that the UF-CEAP project team is conducting in South Florida. The monitoring-modeling and surface-groundwater integrated approach is expected to provide a solid and holistic picture of water and nutrient transport processes and their responses to agricultural conservation practices.
The candidate(s) should have degree/s in agricultural/civil engineering, soil and water sciences, or other related disciplines with a strong background in hydrology, soil science, modeling, and/or water quality. Previous research experience in sediment and nutrient transport modeling and/or groundwater modeling is desirable. Excellent data analysis, communication skills, and the ability to work in an interdisciplinary team are essential requirements. Experience in programming (FORTRAN and MATLAB) is also desirable.
The PhD student will interact with local stakeholders (growers and farm managers) and NRCS scientists and collaborate with other team members, including graduate students, post-doctoral research associates, lab/field technicians, and faculty from multiple academic units at the University of Florida.
The selected candidate will be enrolled in the PhD program of the Agricultural and Biological Engineering Department at the University of Florida. The selected candidate will be offered a competitive annual stipend for four years plus a full tuition waiver and other benefits.
The PhD research program will begin in 2022 Spring.
Interested qualified applicants are encouraged to send their CV, copies of transcripts, TOEFL (for international candidates only), and the contact information of three professional references with an application letter to Dr. Young Gu Her at yher@ufl.edu. GRE is NOT required, but feel free to submit it if you have one. The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is identified.
Young Gu Her
yher@ufl.edu
The Department of Biology at the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, Massachusetts, invites applications for a full-time visiting faculty position in Geoscience. While the area of expertise is open, we are looking for someone who can teach Introduction to Geology and upper level courses that will fulfill science requirements for our Environmental Studies program. Examples of courses include, but are not limited to, geomorphology, watershed hydrology, and paleoclimatology. The College of the Holy Cross is a highly selective Catholic liberal arts college in the Jesuit tradition. It enrolls about 3,000 students and is located about 45 miles west of Boston. The College is an EEO employer.
Details for the position can be found at https://apply.interfolio.com/74028, and more info about our Geosciences program can be found at https://www.holycross.edu/academics/programs/geosciences. +
The Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering (BBE) seeks candidates for a tenure-track academic position at the assistant professor level with 50% teaching and 50% research responsibilities, to develop a collaborative, internationally recognized research program in the area of ecological engineering with a focus on water resources.
Global Climate and Environmental Change is a strategic priority area to be addressed in the great challenge of producing adequate food and energy for the world’s growing population. One of the key objectives under this strategic priority is to better understand the complex interactions between ecosystem function and environmental change at multiple scales, ranging from micro to macro and local to global. Developing appropriate climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies requires ecosystem-focused understanding for sustaining and improving land and water resource quality. The USDA NIFA has identified Climate Change as one of its priority science areas with the goal to develop adaptation strategies to changing weather patterns and sustain economic vitality while addressing greenhouse gas emissions. Applicants must have an excellent record of accomplishment in an academic, consulting, industrial, or public sector setting, and possess the potential to become an internationally recognized leader in teaching and research.
The BBE Department has a long history of meeting the engineering and educational needs for sustainable water resource management. This work includes seminal research and teaching programs dating back to the 1920’s, and more recent innovative research in alternative design of drainage ditches, conservation drainage practices, groundwater resource recharge for irrigation and drinking water supply, and representation of complex water systems with hydrologic and water quality models. This position will build on this history by establishing a program of distinction in quantifying the interactions among the biological, chemical, and physical components of natural and human-impacted systems at multiple ecosystem scales.
Research: The candidate is expected to develop an internationally recognized research program with a focus on water resources. Quantifying the interactions among biological, chemical and physical processes of water resources is of fundamental importance in the design of sustainable systems. This type of research is inherently tied to the dynamic interactions between landscape and watershed features, management of waste byproducts, transportation infrastructure, and human communities. Proper consideration of the integration of these interactions is necessary for strengthening our multifaceted economy while protecting the environment. Past advances at relatively small landscape scales have often been inadequate in evaluating impacts at larger watershed and ecosystem scales. More research is needed to capture the complexity that evolves from the interactions of numerous processes at different scales. Information gained from this research is necessary in developing strategies for the adaptation of sustainable practices necessary for the long-term viability of ecosystems. Of particular importance are strategies for maintaining and improving ecosystem structure and function under pressures from agricultural and other human activities and a changing environment and climate. This position will leverage University research and resources to engage students, policy makers, and public stakeholders, and will educate the next generation of researchers and leaders.
Collaborative research across the various colleges, departments, and centers throughout the University including the Water Resources Center (WRC), College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences (CFANS), and the College of Science and Engineering (CSE) is highly encouraged.
'''Teaching:''' The teaching component of this position will include teaching and developing courses for one or more programmatic areas: the Environmental and Ecological Engineering Specialization within the BBE major (e.g, Ecological Engineering Principles, Sustainable Waste Management Engineering), the Ecological Engineering Minor administered by BBE, the Environmental Science Track of the Environmental Sciences, Policy, and Management Major (ESPM), and the Corporate Sustainability Systems Specialization of the Sustainable Systems Management Major (SSM). The position will help integrate and strengthen all three teaching programs by addressing core needs as well as augmenting existing teaching capacity. Teaching may include lecture/lab, e-based learning, or other modes of instruction and interaction with students. A demonstrated commitment to excellence in undergraduate and/or graduate teaching and advising is essential. The successful candidate will strive for excellence in academic advising for undergraduate and graduate students as a vital component of student development.
'''''Qualifications'''''
'''Required:'''<br>
* A Ph.D. (completed or expected by end of May, 2025) in environmental or civil engineering, ecological engineering, biosystems engineering, water resources engineering, or a closely related field, with demonstrated experience/background in water resources
* An undergraduate degree in an engineering field with current engineering licensure or potential to become a licensed professional engineer
* Evidence of potential to develop extramurally-funded research programs through independent and collaborative research
* Demonstrated commitment to teaching
* Demonstrated effective written communication skills
'''Preferred:'''<br>
* Evidence of independent and/or collaborative research experience in quantifying the interactions among biological, chemical and physical processes of water resources in natural and human-impacted systems at one or more ecosystem scales
* Demonstrated and relevant record of publication in peer-reviewed journals
* Experience in effective teaching including active learning and course development
* Ability and flexibility to teach core engineering courses such as thermodynamics
* Effective oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusivity in an academic or professional setting and commitment to supporting the University's goal of creating a positive and inclusive campus climate by advancing diversity, equity, and inclusivity
About the Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering
The Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering (bbe.umn.edu) is an internationally renowned academic unit with the core mission of sustainable use of renewable agricultural and natural resources, and protection and enhancement of the environment.
'''Working at the University'''
At the University of Minnesota, you’ll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.
The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
* Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
* Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program (https://z.umn.edu/RTBP)
* Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
* Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
* University HSA contributions
* Disability and employer-paid life insurance
* Employee wellbeing program
* Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service)
* Financial counseling services
* Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
* Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area (http://z.umn.edu/etp)
Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits (https://z.umn.edu/BenefitsSummaries).
'''How to Apply'''<br>
Applications must be submitted online at humanresources.umn.edu/content/find-job. Search for Job ID 365158. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and curriculum vitae. Additional documents may be attached after the application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.
Applicants must submit a cover letter referencing the BBE Ecological Engineering Faculty Position, a detailed curriculum vitae, statements on teaching and research interests that also incorporate DEI perspectives, a research article representative of their work, and a list of three references with contact information (including email addresses). Candidates should include all required application materials combined into one single PDF document. Review of applications will begin December 16, 2024 and the position will remain open until filled. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).
'''Diversity'''<br>
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.
'''Employment Requirements'''<br>
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
'''About the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)'''<br>
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located in the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.
At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).
Judy Q. Yang <br>
McKnight Land-Grant Assistant Professor, University of Minnesota<br>
Department of Civil, Environmental, and Geo- Engineering; Saint Anthony Falls Laboratory (SAFL)<br>
Associate Editor, Water Resources Research<br>
Group Website: Environmental Transport Lab (https://yang.cege.umn.edu/)<br>
The Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering (BBE) seeks candidates for a tenure-track academic position at the assistant professor level with 50% teaching and 50% research responsibilities, to develop a collaborative, internationally recognized research program in the area of ecological engineering with a focus on water resources.
Learn more about this position and apply online (https://hr.myu.umn.edu/psc/hrprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&SiteId=1&FOCUS=Applicant&JobOpeningId=369765&PostingSeq=1)
Applications best by November 17 when evaluations will begin. <br>
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