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The description of a PhD call with title: "Enhancing Fluid Flow Models of Fractured Chalk Aquifers for Sustainable Energy and Environmental Protection" is available at the following links:
1. https://www.findaphd.com/phds/project/enhancing-fluid-flow-models-of-fractured-chalk-aquifers-for-sustainable-energy-and-environmental-protection/?p188102
2. https://yes-dtn.ac.uk/research/keyword/fracture-permeability/
The project is based at the University of Leeds (supervisors: Prof Jared West, Prof. Dave Healy) with Sapienza University (supervisor: Dr. Giacomo Medici) and Denmark Technical University (supervisor: Dr. Mike Welch) as project partners. There will be travel opportunities at Sapienza University in Rome to visit the external supervisor and outcrops.
The goal is accurately predicting how water, pollutants, and energy-critical fluids move through fractured chalk rock formations using innovative numerical approaches.
Best wishes,<br>
Dr. Giacomo Medici<br>
Associate Professor<br>
Sapienza University of Rome <br> +
The following is a job posting that I am sending on behalf of Dr. Aditi Bhaskar, Associate Professor of Civil, Environmental, and Architectural Engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder. We would like for this to be added to the job list, or as an announcement for distribution on the Gilbert Club listserv.
Postdoctoral Associate<br>
Requisition Number: 55438<br>
Location: Boulder, CO<br>
Employment Type: Research Faculty<br>
Schedule: Full - Time<br>
Date Posted: 20 - Mar - 2024<br>
'''Job Summary'''<br>
The Hydro-Urban Bhaskar research group (https://aditibhaskar.com/) is seeking a postdoctoral researcher for the NSF CAREER project "Science and Education for Connecting Urban Irrigation Efficiency to Streamflow in Semi-Arid Cities". The position will focus on applying integrated hydrologic modeling to analyze hydrologic partitioning in urban areas with a focus on differences with climate and water management. Urban water management scenarios will investigate how landscape transformations shifting away from cool-season turfgrass affect groundwater recharge, streamflow, urban heat, and water use. Modeling will build on field-based data collected in Denver, Colorado and will be used to inform water management in the region.
This position start date is flexible; please indicate your preferred start date in your cover letter.
The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
'''Who We Are'''<br>
The fields of civil, environmental and architectural engineering offer careers in planning, design, construction and management of the built environment as well as in the interaction between the built and natural environment. The Department of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering's mission is the education of undergraduate and graduate students to become leaders in the professional practice of engineering, contributing to technological advances that benefit humankind while enhancing the earth’s physical and biological resources.
The Department of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering fosters an environment of inclusivity and celebrates the increasing diversity of our student body. We are committed to fostering inclusive excellence and have adopted priorities to guide our values and practices.
'''What your Key Responsibilities Will Be'''<br>
* Work closely and collaboratively with other scientists to design, implement, analyze, and summarize innovative research;
* Present results at conferences and seminars;
* Contribute to mentorship of graduate and undergraduate students in research;
* Publish results in high-quality, peer-reviewed journal articles.
'''What We Can Offer'''<br>
The annual salary range associated with this position is $75,000 - $85,000. Pay within this range will be determined based on the applicant's level of experience.
'''Benefits'''<br>
The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.
'''Be Statements'''<br>
Be ambitious. Be impactful. Be Boulder.
'''What We Require'''<br>
* PhD degree in civil engineering, hydrology, watershed science, environmental engineering, geosciences, or a related field;
* Experience with integrated hydrologic model such as ParFlow.
'''What You Will Need'''<br>
* Proficiency in oral and written communication;
* Demonstrated ability to work effectively independently and in teams;
* Commitment to a collegial and inclusive workplace;
* Strong quantitative analysis skills;
* The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by the proposed start date.
'''Special Instructions'''<br>
To apply, please submit the following materials:
# Resume/CV
# Cover Letter (please include your desired start date)
# (Optional) Transcripts/Proof of Degree: If you are selected as the finalist, your degree will be verified by the CU Boulder Campus Human Resources Department using an approved online vendor. However, if your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit an English-translated version as an Optional document.
# (Optional) PDF Sample of Work
# (Optional) Professional Publication(s)
# (Optional) Research Paper(s)
# (Optional) Diversity and Inclusion Statement
During the application process, you will be asked to submit contact information for one reference who will be asked to provide a letter of recommendation on your behalf immediately following the submission of your application.<br>
For full consideration, please apply by April 30, 2024. This position will remain open until filled.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs (https://jobs.colorado.edu/).
The following six PhD opportunities for students who recently received an honorable mention by the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program may be of interest to this community.
In detail, we are looking for students to work on projects related to Earth reservoirs and the energy transition across a wide range of topics and disciplines, including development of modeling of geothermal systems and reactive fluid transport through Earth's crust.
I would be grateful if you can forward the message onto any students who qualify and might be interested in one of the six positions.
For more information about project details, any project-specific requirements, and faculty contacts, please see: https://tinyurl.com/NMT2025EGFP
Cheers,
John
Dr. John Naliboff<br>
Associate Professor<br>
Earth and Environmental Science<br>
New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology<br>
john.naliboff@nmt.edu<br>
NMT Webpage<br>
'''Students''' - Did you receive an honorable mention by the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program and are still looking for a good fit?
'''Faculty''' - Did any of your students earn an NSF GRFP honorable mention and are still looking for a funded graduate program?
The Earth and Environmental Science Department at New Mexico Tech was recently funded by NSF to support six graduate students (3 years of funding support) who received honorable mention on a GRFP proposal as part of the EPSCoR Graduate Fellowship Program (EGFP) program. The graduate students will conduct research that addresses frontier challenges in understanding Earth reservoirs and the energy transition across a wide range of topics and disciplines.
Students will apply for specific opportunities focused in
* Geochemistry: experimental petrology and critical minerals
* Geomechanics: fracture mechanics and progressive rock failure
* Geodynamics: modeling of fluid-rock interaction
* Geophysics/Seismology: exploring near surface/subsurface properties using seismic/DAS data analysis
All applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:
* Received an Honorable Mention from the NSF GRFP program in the last five years.
* U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, or permanent residents of the United States
* Not currently enrolled in a degree-granting program
* Have never previously accepted an NSF Graduate Research Fellowship
* Meet the same requirements for the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship
For more information about project details, any project-specific requirements, and faculty contacts, please see: https://tinyurl.com/NMT2025EGFP
The forecast department of ECMWF is opening 4 exciting positions to work at the frontier of hydrological forecasting, early warning systems and climate services. Deadline for application is the 8 June 2023.
Please advertise widely in your networks!
* Hydrological evaluation : https://jobs.ecmwf.int/displayjob.aspx?jobid=148
* Associate hydro-meteorological forecast https://jobs.ecmwf.int/displayjob.aspx?jobid=146
* Associate data analyst: https://jobs.ecmwf.int/displayjob.aspx?jobid=145
* Associate large-scale hydro modeller https://jobs.ecmwf.int/displayjob.aspx?jobid=144
Christel
Prof. Christel Prudhomme<br>
Leader, Environmental Forecasts Team<br>
Evaluation Section; Forecast Department<br>
European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts<br>
Reading, UK; Bologna, Italy<br> +
The geodynamics lab at Syracuse University in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences is looking for a PhD student to join the group with a focus on coupling geodynamic models of continental rifting with landscape evolution models. The successful candidate should possess a BSc/MSc degree in Geophysics/Earth Science/Physics, or a related field, with a strong mathematical background and have an interest in computational models of geodynamic and geomorphic processes. Desired qualifications include some experience with geodynamic or landscape evolution modeling, proficiency in at least one programming language and prior research experience. The start date for this position is January 2022 (preferred) or August 2022. Interested candidates should directly contact Prof. Robert Moucha rmoucha@syr.edu. Information on our graduate program and how to apply can be found at earthsciences.syr.edu. +
The hydraulics of material transport are fundamental to physical, chemical, and ecological conditions of rivers. In the ecological sphere, transport of eggs and larvae is a key determinant of dispersal, survival, and recruitment in both endangered and invasive fishes (Braaten and others, 2012; Erwin and Jacobson, 2014; Garcia and others, 2015; Murphy and others, 2016; Erwin and others, 2018; Prada and others, 2019). In larval dispersal, variability of biomechanics associated with larval fish development (from passive transport to development of swimming capabilities) presents substantive challenges to prediction and requires a strong interdisciplinary approach to inquiry. The transport of environmental DNA (eDNA) has emerged as another important research topic in ecological transport because of the potential for using eDNA to detect and quantify populations of aquatic organisms, including invasive species like Asian carps (Klymus and others, 2015; Song and others, 2017) and endangered mussels (Sansom and Sassoubre, 2017; Currier and others, 2018). Dispersal transport processes share many factors in common with eDNA transport including the need to quantify hydrology, hydraulics, dispersion, mixing, decay (mortality), and advection. Both include the methodological challenges of generalizing understanding through computational models at scales relevant to decision making and the practicalities of measuring and sampling in the field.
The River Studies Branch, Columbia Environmental Research Center (CERC), has an ongoing, interdisciplinary research program to inform management and restoration of rivers. This program is funded through partnerships with the USGS Ecosystems Mission Area, US Army Corps of Engineers, and the Department of Defense Strategic Environmental Research and Development Program. We have a new opportunity to develop fundamental research in ecological transport phenomena related to two projects: 1) prediction of larval dispersal of the endangered pallid sturgeon (Scaphirhynchus albus) and 2) development of transport models related to using quantitative eDNA for monitoring freshwater mussel abundance. We seek a post-doctoral fellow with a strong background in hydraulics, turbulence, hydrodynamic modeling, and aquatic ecology; substantial flexibility exists for determining the scope and approach of each project.
Larval dispersal: This project builds on a foundation of extensive field sampling, computational hydrodynamic modeling, and early-life-stage development research on the dispersal of pallid sturgeon larvae in the Missouri River. Key unknowns relate to the biomechanics of larval transport. Two specific issues are how passively drifting larvae are distributed vertically in the water column (which has an important influence on advection and dispersion) and how and when developing larvae transition to holding themselves in the current (settling). While field sampling has provided critical information about these factors, advances in answering these fundamental questions requires a more controlled, experimental approach. Accordingly, we are in the process of building a 11 m x 5 m racetrack flume (“eco-flume”) capable of 1-m depth and current velocities up to 1 m/s. The opportunity involves working with the final design stages and implementation of the flume (and associated instrumentation), design and implementation of experiments, and application of results to computational particle-tracking models.
eDNA transport: This project builds on previous work on eDNA shedding and decay to address how eDNA may be applied to monitoring freshwater mussel abundance in two river systems (Clinch River, Virginia and Big Piney River, Missouri). The Fellow will work with molecular biologists developing eDNA assays and sampling protocols to develop an appropriate hydrodynamic transport model to evaluate mixing, dilution, decay, and biogeochemical interactions as eDNA is advected downstream from mussel beds. The project is based on selected reaches of the two rivers but is open-ended as to the complexity of the modeling approach needed. The incumbent will develop the modeling approach and implement the model for the selected field sites, using field-sampled eDNA to evaluate model performance.
At CERC, the fellow will have broad opportunities for collaboration with existing interdisciplinary teams of biologists, chemists, and physical scientists with extensive experience in studying riverine ecological processes. Extramural collaborations are in place with the Saint Anthony Falls Hydraulics Laboratory (University of Minnesota), University of Missouri, Missouri State University, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The Fellow can build their research using the River Studies Branch robust cadre of technicians to support field work and development of laboratory instrumentation, and can access existing experience in hydroacoustic surveying, GPS and conventional surveying, and computational modeling (including high-performance computing applications). To support biological aspects of the research, CERC has captive pallid sturgeon, Asian carp, and native mussels for breeding and propagation of experimental subjects. The post-doctoral fellowship will allow for additional collaborative interactions related to large-river ecological processes, sediment transport, hydroacoustics, and habitat assessments, in field and laboratory contexts.
Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the Research Advisor early in the application process to discuss project ideas.
The hydrology group at the department of Civil and Environmental Engineering of the University of Cagliari (Sardinia, Italy) is looking for one researcher for three years, fully funded by the NextGeneration EU program for the GeoSciences IR Project, coordinated by ISPRA (The Italian Institute for Environmental Protection and Research). The project will set-up a national network of infrastructures to improve monitoring and risk assessment in the different sectors of Earth Sciences.
The successful candidate will develop, in close collaboration with the research unit, precipitation ensemble nowcasting procedures based on different techniques (optical flow and deep learning), preserving scaling properties of observed precipitation. Developments in Quantitative Precipitation Nowcasting (QPN) will be implemented for near-realtime processing in an operational perspective, with an emphasis on radar data merging to take advantage of different data sources. The researcher will develop and test procedures on radar data retrieved in Sardinia, and specifically on the urban area of Cagliari, as well as on other case studies of the GeoScience network (18 partners among Italian Universities and Research institutions).
Applicants must hold a doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent) with a master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field (e.g., Hydrology, Engineering, Meteorology, Physics, Geosciences, ICT etc.) to apply.
The call is available at:
https://dirpersonale.unica.it/concorsi/valutazione/bandi_doc/materiale/ricercatori_td/1058_2022.zip
(rtda11_29D_1122_08/A1)
The deadline is December 15th and application must be completed online
For further details and information on the online application, please contact Roberto Deidda, rdeidda@unica.it or Maria Grazia Badas, mgbadas@unica.it
Prof. Roberto Deidda<br>
Ordinario di Costruzioni Idrauliche, Marittime ed Idrologia<br>
DICAAR (Dipartimento di Ingegneria Civile, Ambientale e Architettura) - Sezione Idraulica<br>
UNIVERSITA' DEGLI STUDI DI CAGLIARI<br>
Fax: +39 070 6755310<br>
e-mail:rdeidda@unica.it<br>
The hydrology group at the department of Civil and Environmental Engineering of the University of Cagliari (Sardinia, Italy) is looking for one full-time research fellow (RTDa) for three years. The position is fully funded by the NextGeneration EU program by the project RETURN - multi-Risk sciEnce for resilienT commUnities undeR a changiNg climate. The selected candidate will work under the activities of the project spoke "Water".
The successful candidate will tailor continuous hydrological models, specifically focused on arid ad intermittent watersheds, also in a context of climate change. The research activity will lead to advanced modeling of ungauged basins hydrological response, with particular attention to flash floods. At the same time research will deepen the effects of droughts compounds events through the assessment of socio-hydrological direct impacts on the food sectors (i.e. wheat yield) and more generally on local ecosystems.
Applicants must hold a doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent) with a master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field (e.g., Hydrology, Engineering, Physics, Geosciences, etc.) to apply.
The call is available at:
https://dirpersonale.unica.it/concorsi/valutazione/bandi_doc/materiale/ricercatori_td/1068_2022.zip
(please note that the link automatically download a zip folder containing the call in Italian and all the mandatory documents to apply)
Call ID: rtda2_16D_1122_08/A1
The deadline is December 15th and application must be completed online here https://pica.cineca.it/
For further details and information on the online application, please contact Roberto Deidda, rdeidda@unica.it or Francesco Viola, viola@unica.it
Prof. Roberto Deidda<br>
Ordinario di Costruzioni Idrauliche, Marittime ed Idrologia<br>
DICAAR (Dipartimento di Ingegneria Civile, Ambientale e Architettura) - Sezione Idraulica<br>
UNIVERSITA' DEGLI STUDI DI CAGLIARI<br>
Fax: +39 070 6755310<br>
e-mail:rdeidda@unica.it<br> +
The hydrology group of the Department of Civil, Environmental and Mechanical Engineering of the University of Trento, Italy (https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Alberto-Bellin) invites applications for a postdoctoral research position in hybrid modeling of groundwater resources in mountain aquifers. The selected candidate will develop digital twins of three mountain aquifers of the Alps. The specific objective of the project is to develop scenarios of the combined impact of water uses and climate change on groundwater resources in the Trentino Region (Southern Alps). This research position will provide an exceptional professional development opportunity in a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
Additional information on the project and the instruction for application are available at the following link: https://www.unitn.it/en/ateneo/bando/69037/department-of-civil-environmental-and-mechanical-engineering-call-for-the-selections-for-the-awardin
Yours Sincerely
Alberto Bellin
Alberto Bellin<br>
Department of Civil, Environmental and Mechanical Engineering<br>
University of Trento<br>
via Mesiano, 77<br>
I-38123 Trento<br>
Italy +
The iSMART lab (https://web.stevens.edu/ismart/index.html) at the Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, New Jersey, has multiple openings for postdoc and PhD researchers. Ph.D. students can start as early as Spring of 2024 and Postdocs can start immediately. The selected candidates will be involved in projects funded by NOAA, NASA, FEMA, USGS, and other local, state, and federal partners. The lab is part of the NOAA Cooperative Institute for Research to Operations in Hydrology (CIROH). The selected candidates will be working with an active team of researchers and will have great opportunities for career growth.
All candidates must have strong coding, modeling, and communication skills supported with tangible examples of achievements.
We are particularly interested in candidates in the following fields:
* '''Computer vision:''' We are seeking a candidate(s) to work in collaboration with USGS on a project to process images from ground-based cameras to measure streamflow using LSPIV or other similar methods. The project will include image processing to determine water level and streamflow conditions. We are seeking a candidate with knowledge of computer vision and image processing with application to water resources.
* '''Flood sensing:''' we are seeking a candidate(s) who could contribute to the development and deployment of an operational network of low-cost sensors across the region to measure water levels during flood events and disseminate the collected data for their integration in operational hydrologic models. The candidate must have experience with software and hardware development. Knowledge in the field of water resources is preferable.
* '''FIRO:''' we are seeking a candidate(s) with strong knowledge in the field of hydrometeorology to assess the potential of forecast informed reservoir management in New Jersey. The work will be conducted in collaboration with local partners and will involve hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, the use of precipitation forecasts, and the optimization of reservoir management.
* '''Hydrologic modeling:''' we are seeking a candidate(s) who has a strong knowledge of hydrologic modeling with a particular interest in WRF-Hydro and the National Water Model. Familiarity with the NextGen framework is a plus. The candidate(s) will work on various modeling tasks that cover cold region hydrology, streamflow routing, and high-resolution modeling of pluvial flooding.
Applicants are invited to submit the following documents:
* Cover letter
* Resume
* Samples of relevant authored or co-authored publications
* The names and contact information of three references
The application package should be emailed to Dr. Marouane Temimi (https://faculty.stevens.edu/mtemimi) with reference in the subject to the position “PhD” or “Postdoc” and one of the abovementioned project(s) like “PhD_FIRO”. While we thank all those who express interest in the position, we will only contact shortlisted candidates for an interview. Review of applications will begin immediately. The positions will remain open until filled.
“Inspired by Humanity, Powered by Technology”, Stevens Institute of Technology is located in Hoboken, New Jersey, overlooking the Hudson River across from midtown Manhattan. This exciting location centered in a metro area with 22 million people provides unlimited opportunities for collaboration with nearby universities, as well as funding from local government and industry. Stevens offers an intellectually vibrant, diverse, highly interdisciplinary, and collaborative community. We value diversity and seek candidates who can contribute to a welcoming climate for students, faculty, and staff of all races and genders. We are an NSF ADVANCE institution committed to equitable practices and policies and strongly encourage applications from qualified women and minority candidates as well as veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Stevens Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Accordingly, Stevens adheres to an employment policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against candidates or employees based on legally impermissible factor(s) including, but not necessarily limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, nationality, citizenship status, age, ancestry, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, disability, or any protected military or veteran status. Stevens is a federal contractor under the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as well as other federal statutes.
1 Castle Point Terrace, Hoboken, NJ 07030<br>
Mohamed Abdelkader<br>
PhD Candidate & Teaching Assistant<br>
Department of Civil, Environmental, and Ocean Engineering (CEOE)<br>
STEVENS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY <br>
I-SMART Laboratory <br>
The incumbent postdoctoral fellow will be a member of the Quaternary Research Group at Tulane that focuses on the evolution of coastal and deltaic environments within the context of sea-level rise, subsidence, sediment supply, and other human impacts. Responsibilities will include the analysis of organic carbon accumulation rates in deltaic strata and their role in the global carbon cycle, based on measurements from late Holocene sediment cores (both archival and to be collected) along with geochronological analyses (notably radiocarbon dating). The position is funded for 18 months. There will be opportunities for mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students.
Candidates must have a recent PhD degree in the geosciences or a related field. A background in geochemistry and/or coastal geoscience is a plus but not a requirement.
Applications should be submitted to http://apply.interfolio.com/94051 and should include a cover letter, CV, statement of research interests, and names and contact information of three referees. Review of applications will start on October 15, 2021; later applicants will receive consideration as long as the position remains unfilled. Further information can be obtained from Prof. Torbjörn Törnqvist (tor@tulane.edu).
Tulane University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution committed to excellence through diversity. Tulane University will not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other status or classification protected by federal, state, or local law. All eligible candidates are encouraged to apply +
The institutes Geological Sciences of the University of Bern and the Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research WSL invite talented, motivated and excellent candidates to apply for a fully funded PhD position where the PhD student will be embedded in an interdisciplinary project including hydrologists, political scientists and economists. We focus on heavily modified landscapes in pre-Alpine areas of Switzerland where mountain streams have been channelized and engineered with check dams. We aim at exploring more natural ways of managing such drainage basins. To achieve these goals, we need a quantitative understanding of the functioning of such landscapes. The PhD project is tailored to provide this knowledge. Accordingly, the responsibilities of the PhD student include the establishment of a database on the routing of sediment in these basins from the hillslopes through the channel network down to the valleys. The methods include a wide range of quantitative geomorphology techniques such as (i) terrestrial cosmogenic 10Be and 14C for tracing sediment and to quantify sediment storage and transport, (ii) landscape and channel surveys with UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles such as drones) to document changes of channels and hillslopes, and (iii) the application of engineering-based models to predict the channel response to heavy precipitation events and to model sediment mobilization by debris flows. We think that we can offer a fascinating project embedded in an interdisciplinary team where cutting-edge methods in quantitative geomorphology will be applied for practical use. The PhD student will be supervised by F. Schlunegger (Uni Bern) and B. McArdell (WSL), and the student will be enrolled at Uni Bern.
Questions about the science of the project can be addressed to Prof. Fritz Schlunegger, Institute of Geological Sciences, fritz.schlunegger@geo.unibe.ch. The position is fully funded through the Swiss National Science Foundation for 48 months. We schedule the project to start either on July 1st or August 1st 2022.
Interested candidates should have a background in Geology, Physical Geography, Geomorphology or Environmental Engineering. Please send your application including a CV, a statement of research interest and names of 2 potential referees to Prof. Fritz Schlunegger, schlunegger@geo.unibe.ch. The deadline for applications is April 15th. You may also apply if you have not finished your Ms thesis yet. We are looking forward to your participation and a fruitful collaboration in an interdisciplinary team.
Fritz Schlunegger, Institute of Geological Sciences, University of Bern
Brian McArdell, WSL, Mountain Hydrology and Mass Movements Research Unit
The multiscale hydrology, processes and intelligence (http://water.engr.psu.edu/shen/) in Civil & Environmental Engineering at the Pennsylvania State University is recruiting multiple postdoc scholars for incoming projects. The research topics include physics-informed machine learning for hydrologic prediction, e.g., streamflow for Southwestern US and floodcasting using machine learning in the context of the National Water Model (NWM). The candidates need to have a strong mathematical and coding background and a solid publication record. Machine learning (ML) experience is preferred although not mandatory. Experiences with process-based geoscientific models will be valuable. The candidates also need to be comfortable with venturing into unknown territories. The scholar will work with state-of-the-art ML algorithms as well as a deep integration between physics and ML, and will likely interact with a large group of researchers. The MHPI is a frontier in the area of ML in hydrology and has been leading many novel developments. If you are interested, please browse our website, publications, and send inquiries to cshen@engr.psu.edu.
ps. my internet connectivity may be limited in the next 2 weeks, so my reply may be delayed, but I will reply when I can.
Best<br>
Chaopeng Shen<br>
Associate Professor<br>
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering<br>
231C Sackett Building<br>
The Pennsylvania State University<br>
University Park, PA 16802<br>
Email: cshen@engr.psu.edu<br>
Web: http://water.engr.psu.edu/shen/<br>
Our group on AGU TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BIBBlM0BWaU<br>
Promoting a deep integration between ML and processes, represented in our recent paper on differentiable parameter learning (https://rdcu.be/czqFD)<br> +
The new Post-Wildfire Debris Flow Program at the Washington Geological Survey is hiring 2 permanent positions. These positions are an opportunity to join a growing program, to map debris flows and burned areas, install and maintain post-fire monitoring equipment, conduct fieldwork, and contribute to debris flow models. For more info and to apply, click below!
* Post-Wildfire Debris Flow Geoscientist, Natural Resource Scientist 2 (NRSci2); Job Details tab; Career Pages (governmentjobs.com) (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washington/jobs/4680130/post-wildfire-debris-flow-geoscientist-natural-resource-scientist-2-nrsci2?department%5b0%5d=Dept.%20of%20Natural%20Resources&sort=PostingDate%7CDescending&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs)
* Post-Wildfire Debris Flow Geologist, Natural Resource Scientist 3 (NRSci3)/NRSci2 (In-Training); Job Details tab; Career Pages (governmentjobs.com) (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washington/jobs/4680282/post-wildfire-debris-flow-geologist-natural-resource-scientist-3-nrsci3-nrsci2?department%5B0%5D=Dept.%20of%20Natural%20Resources&sort=PostingDate%7CDescending&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs)
Kate Mickelson, LEG<br>
Landslide Hazards Program Manager<br>
Washington Geological Survey<br>
www.dnr.wa.gov\landslides<br> +
The newest generation of hydrologic scientists play a critical role in defining, understanding, and solving humanity’s most pressing needs for a sustainable future, the well-being of our communities, and economic prosperity for all people. The Division of Hydrologic Sciences at the Desert Research Institute will award up to four Postdoctoral Fellowships supported by the Sulo and Aileen Maki Endowment through a competitive search process. We are seeking recent PhD’s (<=2 years) with demonstrated skills in applying quantitative and innovative approaches to addressing research problems driven by current challenges in hydrologic sciences and who can extend our research in new directions. This is a unique opportunity to work with DRI faculty on a project of your design in a flexible and supportive environment that will initiate a successful research career.
Recognizing the increasingly interdisciplinary nature of hydrologic sciences, we encourage applicants with outstanding research potential in water-related issues including, but not limited to:
* Water supply and resource forecasting incorporating coupled hydrologic-climate modeling
* AI, Machine Learning and Statistical Learning applied to improve understanding of the changing intensity and localization of hydrologic processes
* Hydro-economics and market-based approaches to the sustainability of common pool resources
* Environmental system optimization with focus on Urban Hydrology
* Hydrologic impacts of drought on natural and/or built environments
* Ground water – surface water – atmospheric interactions
Details here:
https://nshe.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/DRI-External/job/DRI---Las-Vegas-NV/Maki-Postdoctoral-Fellowships--Hydrologic-Sciences_R0123309 +
The newly established Actionable & Computational Terrestrial Hydrology Lab (a.c.t. hydro lab, led by Dr. Yifan Cheng) at the Department of Geology at the State University of New York at Buffalo is excited to invite applications for multiple motivated students pursuing Ph.D. or M.S. degrees in Geological Sciences, specializing in computational hydrology. In a.c.t. hydro lab, we develop novel numerical modeling methods to better assess the resilience of water-related sectors under climate change, with a special interest in cold regions. We collaborate with social scientists, experts from water-related sectors such as power, ecosystems, as well as local communities to enhance the salience, tangibility, and usability of our data and model products. Please feel free to check the research overview and publication pages in our website (https://acthydro.com) for more information.
'''Basic qualifications'''
* A Bachelor’s degree in Hydrology, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Earth and Atmospheric Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Experience in coding (e.g., Python, Fortran, C++) and data analysis
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
'''Preferred qualifications'''
* A Master’s degree in related field
* Experience with physically based hydrologic models
* Enthusiasm for actionable science and interdisciplinary research involving experts from hydrology and broad water-related sectors
* Proficiency in programming languages and prior research experience in the relevant fields is highly desirable
'''How to apply'''<br>
If you are interested, please reach out to Dr. Yifan Cheng with a brief description of your background and research interests plus a CV (ycheng46 at buffalo dot edu). Interested candidates must apply online. For more detailed information, please check the graduate admission website. (https://arts-sciences.buffalo.edu/geology/graduate/admissions.html)
The deadline for online application (including recommendation letters) is December 15, 2024.
Best regards,
Dr. Yifan Cheng<br>
Assistant Professor<br>
Department of Geology<br>
University at Buffalo<br>
acthydro.com<br>
The next cycle of the USGS Mendenhall Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Program provides several opportunities to study Earth surface dynamics and related research fields. More details on the program including other opportunities, qualifications, application procedures, pay and benefits, and a complete list of research opportunities can be found at https://www.usgs.gov/centers/mendenhall-research-fellowship-program.
To be considered for this fellowship, candidates must have successfully completed a Ph.D. in an area described in the Research Opportunity before employment begins. The U.S. Federal Government gives *strong priority to U.S. citizens and nationals*, but for these two-year positions, noncitizens may be considered under certain circumstances. See further information on Qualifications at https://www.usgs.gov/centers/mendenhall/qualifications
The research proposal is the most important part of the application package, and applicants are strongly urged to coordinate the development of the proposal with the Research Advisors. Research opportunities will open on USAJobs (https://www.usajobs.gov/) on September 5, and applicants may apply after that date. APPLICATION DEADLINE IS NOVEMBER 1, 2023. If interested, it is recommended that you contact the research advisors of the opportunities listed below immediately.
A summary of this position is as follows:
Simulation of the movement of granular fluids over complex terrain is a core tool for assessing a wide range of geophysical hazards, from the growth and runout of postfire debris flows to the generation of landslide displacement waves. We seek a Mendenhall to advance the theory, numerics, software, validation, or application of granular fluid modeling in service of hazard assessment. +
The next cycle of the USGS Mendenhall Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Program provides several opportunities to study Earth surface dynamics and related research fields. More details on the program including other opportunities, qualifications, application procedures, pay and benefits, and a complete list of research opportunities can be found at https://www.usgs.gov/centers/mendenhall-research-fellowship-program.
To be considered for this fellowship, candidates must have successfully completed a Ph.D. in an area described in the Research Opportunity before employment begins. The U.S. Federal Government gives *strong priority to U.S. citizens and nationals*, but for these two-year positions, noncitizens may be considered under certain circumstances. See further information on Qualifications at https://www.usgs.gov/centers/mendenhall/qualifications
The research proposal is the most important part of the application package, and applicants are strongly urged to coordinate the development of the proposal with the Research Advisors. Research opportunities will open on USAJobs (https://www.usajobs.gov/) on September 5, and applicants may apply after that date. APPLICATION DEADLINE IS NOVEMBER 1, 2023. If interested, it is recommended that you contact the research advisors of the opportunities listed below immediately.
A summary of this position is as follows:
Tsunamis generated by the collapse of volcanic edifices are a potentially high impact hazard. A multidisciplinary project across several USGS programs will enhance the understanding of hazards resulting from instability of island volcanoes and potential subsequent tsunami generation. The overarching goal is to improve the resilience of coastal and island communities. +
The next cycle of the USGS Mendenhall Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Program provides several opportunities to study Earth surface dynamics and related research fields. More details on the program including other opportunities, qualifications, application procedures, pay and benefits, and a complete list of research opportunities can be found at https://www.usgs.gov/centers/mendenhall-research-fellowship-program.
To be considered for this fellowship, candidates must have successfully completed a Ph.D. in an area described in the Research Opportunity before employment begins. The U.S. Federal Government gives *strong priority to U.S. citizens and nationals*, but for these two-year positions, noncitizens may be considered under certain circumstances. See further information on Qualifications at https://www.usgs.gov/centers/mendenhall/qualifications
The research proposal is the most important part of the application package, and applicants are strongly urged to coordinate the development of the proposal with the Research Advisors. Research opportunities will open on USAJobs (https://www.usajobs.gov/) on September 5, and applicants may apply after that date. APPLICATION DEADLINE IS NOVEMBER 1, 2023. If interested, it is recommended that you contact the research advisors of the opportunities listed below immediately.
A summary of this position is as follows:
Systematic surveillance of landslide movement is critical for hazard assessments, but methodological best practices and fundamental limitations of large spatial and temporal scale systems using remotely sensed data are poorly constrained. Designing and evaluating a versatile system supports reducing losses by improving monitoring capabilities and hazards assessments. +
The next cycle of the USGS Mendenhall Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Program provides several opportunities to study Earth surface dynamics and related research fields. More details on the program including other opportunities, qualifications, application procedures, pay and benefits, and a complete list of research opportunities can be found at https://www.usgs.gov/centers/mendenhall-research-fellowship-program.
To be considered for this fellowship, candidates must have successfully completed a Ph.D. in an area described in the Research Opportunity before employment begins. The U.S. Federal Government gives *strong priority to U.S. citizens and nationals*, but for these two-year positions, noncitizens may be considered under certain circumstances. See further information on Qualifications at https://www.usgs.gov/centers/mendenhall/qualifications
The research proposal is the most important part of the application package, and applicants are strongly urged to coordinate the development of the proposal with the Research Advisors. Research opportunities will open on USAJobs (https://www.usajobs.gov/) on September 5, and applicants may apply after that date. APPLICATION DEADLINE IS NOVEMBER 1, 2023. If interested, it is recommended that you contact the research advisors of the opportunities listed below immediately.
This opportunity is summarized as follows:
https://www.usgs.gov/centers/mendenhall-research-fellowship-program/22-25-advancing-operational-capacity-postfire-debris +
