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'''Offer description'''<br>
The selected applicant will work at University of Rennes, France as a part of the recently funded ERC starting grant "CONCRETER" (Groundwater flow CONtrols on CRitical zonE ThErmal Regime). This project aims to assess the role of groundwater dynamics in shaping the thermal regime of the shallow subsurface where the water, element, energy and biological cycles interact.
The subsurface thermal regime is affected by fluctuations of ground surface temperature (GST) as well as by groundwater flow. Thermal anomalies produced by groundwater flow interact with those caused by downward conductive heat transfer in response to ongoing surface warming. This coupling increasingly hampers estimating hydrogeological effects (e.g., Irvine et al., 2016, https://doi.org/10.1002/2015WR017702) as well as palaeoclimate analysis based on borehole temperature profiles (e.g., Ferguson et al., 2006, https://doi.org/10.1029/2006GL026634). Nevertheless, due to complexity related to this coupling in diverse environments and across a range of spatiotemporal scales, the effect is generally ignored when interpreting borehole-depth temperature profiles (e.g., Vogt et al., 2014, https://doi.org/10.1093/gji/ggu282). The objective of this project is i) through the development of more advanced models, to consider coupled effects of ground surface temperature (GST) changes, topography, and lithology variations to investigate the individual contributions of conductive and advective heat transport processes, and ii) link the forward model with a suitable multi-borehole inversion scheme (e.g., Hopcroft et al., 2009, https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-246X.2009.04192.x) to allow the decomposition of the measured temperature signal, namely the separation of the effects of fluid flow and of past GST variations, which is a necessary step towards understanding the role of groundwater flow on temperature distributions at catchment scale.
'''Requirements'''<br>
* Research Field - Geosciences or Physics or Computer science
* Education Level - PhD Degree
'''Skills/Qualifications'''<br>
* Experience with computer programming /scripting (Matlab, Python, R)
* Sound and quantitative understanding of geological fluid flow
* Applicants must be proficient in both written and oral English
* Experience with either reservoir modelling or hydrodynamic modelling is an advantage.
* Applicants must be able to work independently and in a structured manner and demonstrate good collaborative skills.
'''Scientific environment and salary'''<br>
The postdoc will be carried out in Geosciences Rennes and supervised by Maria Klepikova and Kerry Gallagher. Géosciences Rennes (https://geosciences.univ-rennes.fr/en) is one of the leading European groups in the field of hydrogeology, as evidenced by the recently awarded ERC grants ReactiveFronts (T. Le Borgne), CONCRETER (M. Klepikova), CHORUS (J. Heyman), FEASIBLE (P. Steer) and ITN project ENIGMA (P. Davy). It will provide the ER with well-equipped office spaces including high performance computing cluster and all required computer packages, as well as dedicated engineer and grant managers.
The gross monthly salary of the postdoctoral researcher will be ca. 3200-4100 euros/month, depending on the appointees’ qualifications and experience.
'''Please include in your application:'''<br>
* a brief account of the applicant's research interests and motivation for applying for the position;
* the names and contact information for two referees;
* a CV;
* transcripts and diplomas showing completion of the master's degrees;
* a publication list.
The application and appendices with translations into English or French must be sent to maria.klepikova@univ-rennes1.fr.
'''One PhD position in Water, energy and food nexus modelling and decision-making across scales'''
The Environmental Intelligence for Global Change Lab (https://www.ei.deib.polimi.it/) at Politecnico di Milano invites applications for 1 PhD position (36 months) on "Water, energy and food nexus modelling and decision-making across scales"
The research will focus on:
* Integrating Impact Assessment Models (e.g. GCAM, RICE) and river basin operational model in complex transboundary contexts.
* Developing a robust decision-analytic making framework to assess the local impact of global policies.
* Analysing potential policy feedbacks across scales.
Qualifications for this position include a M.Sc. in water resources engineering, or a related field of environmental engineering. Alternatively, candidates with a background in computer and/or automation engineering, artificial intelligence, applied mathematics or related fields are also encouraged to apply. Strong numerical and computational skills are required as well as English language skills both in oral and written communication.
This post is part of the EU PRIMA project AWESOME “Managing Water, Ecosystems and Food across sectors and scales in the South Mediterranean" (https://awesome-prima.eu/)
The application package must include CV, list of publications, and the name of two references. Deadline for the package submission: 15 April 2021.
The application and any informal enquiries must be sent to andrea.castelletti@polimi.it +
'''Open position as a Postdoc/Research Software Engineer'''
see also here (https://topotoolbox.wordpress.com/2023/11/03/join-us-and-take-topotoolbox-to-the-next-level/)
TopoToolbox has now been around for more than a decade. Yet, there are many new developments needed to take TopoToolbox to the next level. This requires a lot of work, and thus we are happy to announce that the German Research Foundation (DFG; https://www.dfg.de/en/index.jsp) granted us a project that enables us to hire a Postdoc/Research Software Engineer to support our team.
Please check the official job announcement here: https://topotoolbox.files.wordpress.com/2023/11/421_2023_topotoolbox_dfg_en.pdf (german version; https://topotoolbox.files.wordpress.com/2023/11/421_2023_topotoolbox_dfg_de.pdf).
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Postdoc/Research Software Engineer to join our team for the DFG-funded project “TopoToolbox 3 – improving the quality and reuse of a research software for terrain analysis”. Our team, that’s Wolfgang Schwanghart (https://www.uni-potsdam.de/de/umwelt/institut/alle-mitarbeiterinnen/schwanghart-wolfgang), Dirk Scherler (https://sites.google.com/site/scherlerdirk/home) and Anna-Lena Lamprecht (https://www.uni-potsdam.de/de/cs-se/team/prof-dr-anna-lena-lamprecht). You will contribute to the further development of TopoToolbox, a versatile and widely used open-source toolbox for digital elevation model (DEM) analysis. The aims of the project are i) to improve the usability and accessibility of TopoToolbox by a broad academic research community, ii) to improve the quality assurance in the software’s development process, and iii) to increase the involvement of the research community in the ongoing development of TopoToolbox.
As a Research Software Engineer on the project, you will play a crucial role in expanding TopoToolbox’s functionality, enhancing its sustainability and usability, and ensuring it remains a valuable resource for the geoscientific and environmental research community. You will work closely with an engaged team of researchers from the geosciences and computational sciences, utilizing your expertise in high-level programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, R, and low-level languages like C or C++. This position offers an excellent opportunity to kickstart a career as a Research Software Engineer in a geoscientific and environmental setting. This position is fixed-term for the duration of the project (24 months) with the potential for extension based on performance and funding availability.
Please find additional information (requirements, benefits, how to apply) here: https://topotoolbox.files.wordpress.com/2023/11/421_2023_topotoolbox_dfg_en.pdf. We are looking forward to receiving your application! If you have questions, don’t hesitate to contact us.
Thanks,<br>
Wolfgang, Anna-Lena and Dirk<br>
Helmholtz-Zentrum Potsdam<br>
Deutsches GeoForschungsZentrum GFZ<br>
German Research Centre for Geosciences GFZ<br>
Section 3.3, Earth Surface Geochemistry<br>
Telegrafenberg, Room E229<br>
D-14473 Potsdam, Germany<br>
and<br>
Freie Universität Berlin<br>
Institute of Geographical Sciences<br>
Malteserstr. 74-100<br>
D-12249 Berlin, Germany<br>
phone: +49 331 288-28646<br>
fax: +49 331 288-2852<br>
e-mail: scherler@gfz-potsdam.de<br>
https://sites.google.com/site/scherlerdirk/<br>
'''Open postdoc position -- Wetland connectivity and flood disturbance as drivers of wetland- to watershed-scale nitrogen and carbon fluxes. '''
The ‘Bama Ecohydrology Lab (http://ecohydrology.ua.edu/) seeks a Postdoctoral Associate to conduct research on hydrologic connectivity, freshwater wetlands, and carbon/nitrogen biogeochemistry. Broadly, the goal of the larger project is to examine how flood disturbances impact nitrogen and carbon biogeochemistry across headwater watersheds at both wetland- and watershed-scales. Our interdisciplinary team includes ecosystem ecologists, biogeochemists, and hydrologists; and the project will focus on headwater watersheds located at the Tanglewood J. Nicholene Bishop Biological Station (http://tanglewood.ua.edu/) located 30 miles south of Tuscaloosa, AL. The work is funded by DOE-ESS.
The successful candidate will work closely with the project team to (i) install, maintain, and analyze data from a large network of high-temporal resolution sensors, and (ii) develop a paired hydro-biogeochemical model to predict carbon and nitrogen fluxes at both the wetland- and watershed-scale. Importantly, the candidate will work closely with collaborators at the Pacific Northwest National Lab to further develop both their modeling and computational skills. Moreover, the candidate will be encouraged to develop their own independent research questions, utilize travel funding to attend conferences, and provide mentoring to graduate students.
The ideal candidate will have a PhD in environmental science, hydrologic science, water resource engineering, or closely related field; have a strong publication record commensurate with their experience; and have worked as part of a large interdisciplinary team. Also, we are looking for candidates with field-work experience, exposure to hydrologic modeling, and are supportive of open science frameworks.
The University of Alabama provides equal opportunity in education and employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (which includes sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), age, disability, or veteran status.
For more information, please contact Dr. Nate Jones (cnjones7@ua.edu)
'''Open rank, tenure-line, faculty positions (multiple) in environmental engineering, hydrology and water resources, climate change, energy, and sustainability in the department of Civil & Environmental Engineering, Michigan State University! '''
Apply Here: https://careers.msu.edu/cw/en-us/job/520905/assistantassociatefull-professor-tenure-system.%20I
'''Review begins: Nov 15, 2024 '''
'''Position Summary'''
The College of Engineering at Michigan State University (MSU) invites applications for multiple tenure-system faculty positions in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) in the areas of environmental engineering, hydrology and water resources, climate change, energy, and sustainability. We encourage applications for appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor and will consider exceptional candidates for appointment at the rank of Associate or (Full) Professor.
Candidates must have an earned PhD in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related discipline at the time of appointment, with an anticipated start date of August 16, 2025. Successful candidates will be expected to develop a sustainable, externally funded, and internationally recognized research program; contribute significantly to their discipline through scholarly work; demonstrate effective teaching and mentorship of both undergraduate and graduate students; participate in institutional and professional service; and support the university’s mission in advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion. Candidates are encouraged to explain how their research could enhance and align with the department's strengths. This includes connecting their work to broader MSU and Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) research initiatives, such as: (1) the MSU Water Alliance (https://water.msu.edu/) and its National Science Foundation Research Traineeship WaterCube program (https://water.msu.edu/watercube); (2) the U.S. Department of Energy's Industrial Training and Assessment Center (https://iac.msu.edu/); and (3) MassTimber@MSU (https://www.canr.msu.edu/masstimber/).
Other qualifications include strong leadership and interpersonal skills, excellent written and oral communication skills, an ability to work in a collaborative research environment, and a commitment to fostering and advancing diversity. Joint appointments with other engineering departments are possible, considering existing strengths and capabilities and the candidate’s preferences. Successful candidates will be appointed to an academic-year position in the tenure system, with tenure, if appropriate. Successful candidates are expected to elevate the reputation of MSU through their professional activities. Those who conduct research that enhances or is related to aspects of inclusion and equity are of high interest.
Regards,<br>
Yadu Pokhrel
'''Our Commitment '''<br>
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment for all visitors, students, faculty, and staff by promoting a culture that embraces inclusion, diversity, equity, and accountability. Diverse perspectives, talents, and identities are vital to accomplishing our mission and living our core values.
'''Who we are'''<br>
The College of Geosciences at Texas A&M University offers a comprehensive program in geoscience research, education and engagement. The College is made up of a diverse mix of academic departments and programs that examine the solid Earth, the atmosphere, the oceans, and human cultures to address the intimate relationships between people and Earth systems. The College of Geosciences is home to four departments and home to nine research centers and consortiums that focus on interdisciplinary and collaborative research aimed at addressing global issues that affect our everyday lives. Learn more about us at https://geosciences.tamu.edu/.
'''What we want'''<br>
The College of Geosciences at Texas A&M University in College Station, TX invites applications for two (2) Geoscience Future Faculty (GFF) Postdoctoral Research Associate Fellowships. This competitive fellowship is open to individuals who aspire to develop research programs of their own as faculty members. The College of Geosciences is one of the nation’s most comprehensive Earth-system colleges and is committed to the discovery, advancement and application of knowledge fundamental to understanding our planet and its resources for a sustainable future. Our disciplinary research and educational excellence are built on cutting-edge analyses and observations, numerical simulations and theoretical studies, and field-based data collection at all spatial and temporal scales. The selected candidate(s) will subscribe to and support our commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability (IDEA) as stated above. We welcome applicants with research interests connected to one of our four departments- Atmospheric Sciences, Geography, Geology & Geophysics, and Oceanography. In addition, individuals with backgrounds in other related disciplines i.e. chemistry, physics, biology, environmental science, or mathematics and an interest in applying their skills to research topics within the Geosciences are encouraged to apply.
The goals of the GFF Postdoctoral Research Associate Fellowship are to advance interdisciplinary research, increase diversity within the geosciences and develop future leaders. The College of Geosciences is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive climate for faculty, staff, and students. We seek a postdoctoral fellow with a demonstrated track record of a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
'''What you need to know'''<br>
The postdoctoral position is awarded for two years and includes a generous support package comprised of a stipend ($60,000/yr) for a 12-month appointment, research funds ($15,000/yr, including relocation support), plus health-care benefits. In addition, postdoctoral fellows join college-wide GFF postdocs and additional department-level postdocs. The cohort will engage in structured one-on-one mentoring and will have access to customized professional development opportunities such as grant writing, publication training, teaching seminars, and other desired trainings to support their preparation for faculty careers.
'''PHD GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP IN MODELING OF URBAN HYDROLOGIC SYSTEMS'''
'''Description'''<br>
The DOE-supported Baltimore Social-Environmental Collaborative (BSEC) Integrated Field Laboratory seeks applicants to the UMBC Ph.D. program in Environmental Engineering to carry out hydrologic modeling of urban groundwater-surface water systems at the watershed scale. A background in engineering or earth science that includes numerical analysis is required. Work will be carried out in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of co-PIs across eight institutions, spanning earth science and engineering disciplines.
'''Benefits'''<br>
The Ph.D. graduate assistantship appointment is through the Department of Chemical, Biochemical, and Environmental Engineering in affiliation with the Center for Urban Environmental Research and Education at UMBC. The Ph.D. graduate assistantship appointment includes a stipend plus tuition remission and health insurance. The Fall 2024 Ph.D. stipend is $38,766.19/year.
'''Application'''<br>
Interested applicants should contact Dr. Claire Welty with a statement of relevant background and career goals at weltyc@umbc.edu before applying to the program. Complete applications are due on January 7, 2024 for consideration for admission to the graduate program for fall 2024. The link to application materials can be found here: https://cbee.umbc.edu/academics/graduate-application/. Review of applications will begin on January 7, 2024.
UMBC is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. +
'''POSITION DESCRIPTION'''
The University of California, Berkeley seeks applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar in the Grantham Lab, in the area of Environmental Flow Science.
California supplies water to nearly 40 million people, sustains the most productive agricultural region in the US, and supports a rich diversity of freshwater species. However, persistent drought, extreme floods, and widespread environmental degradation are exposing significant vulnerabilities in the state’s water management system. Furthermore, decisions over how water is allocated rely on models that consider a limited range of climate and operational scenarios, are inaccessible to the public, and contain deeply embedded inequities. Building a resilient water future requires new water planning tools that advance sustainable, inclusive, and equitable water stewardship.
To meet this need, a new program (COEQWAL: COllabortory for EQuity in Water ALlocations) has been launched to develop a user-driven framework for water planning that leverages existing models used to operate California’s major water supply systems. The project will produce a library of alternative, user-informed scenarios of water system operations under a wide range of climate futures and time horizons and build a foundation for collaborative decision-making.
We are inviting applications for a postdoctoral scholar to join a research team to contribute to the development of modeling scenarios that integrate environmental flow needs in California water management. The candidate will bring subject-area knowledge, quantitative skills, and a passion for solutions-oriented research to: evaluate environmental water requirements in California’s freshwater ecosystems, develop novel management scenarios that preserve environmental flows, assess potential ecological responses to hydrologic alteration and variability, and communicate results to diverse audiences, including policy makers, community organizations, and the general public. Additional duties include disseminating research results through presentations and publications, and mentoring graduate and undergraduate students.
The project is a highly collaborative effort consisting of a team of researchers and practitioners located at multiple UC and CSU campuses, NGOs, government agencies, water districts, community organizations, and Native American Tribes. Within UC Berkeley, the successful candidate will be a part of the Grantham Lab and Freshwater Research Group in the Department of Environmental Science, Policy, and Management.
'''PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS'''<br>
* PhD Degree in Hydrology, Water Resources Engineering, Freshwater Ecology or related field.
* Exceptional data management and analysis skills, including advanced statistical methods and computer programming (e.g., R, Python, MatLab)
* Research experience in environmental flow science and familiarity with environmental flow assessment methods
* Familiarity or expertise with hydrologic modeling methods, including rainfall-runoff modeling (e.g., VIC, HEC-HMS, PRMS) and statistical hydrology
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with a broad range of research and management partners in a collaborative environment
* Demonstrated evidence of research productivity, including strong publication record
* Experience working in collaborative, interdisciplinary research teams
* Familiarity with California water management issues and challenges
'''TO APPLY'''<br>
For more information and to apply for this opportunity, visit: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF04107
Ted Grantham<br>
Dept. Environmental Science, Policy, and Management<br>
University of California, Berkeley<br>
130 Mulford Hall #3114<br>
Berkeley, CA 94720<br>
https://nature.berkeley.edu/granthamlab/<br>
'''POSITION:''' PhD Student
THE OCCASION OF COVERAGE: Project: RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT OF METHODOLOGIES AND TOOLS FOR IMPROVING REAL-TIME FLOOD FORECASTING CAPABILITIES. VALERIA
'''ENTITY OF ADMINISTRATIVE DEPENDENCY:''' Fundación Instituto de Hidráulica Ambiental de Cantabria
'''GENERAL MISSION:''' Conception or creation of new theories, knowledge, products and techniques performed on a doctoral thesis.
'''GENERAL TASKS'''<br>
Elaborate, under the supervision of the thesis advisor, his own doctoral thesis that allows for the broadening of scientific knowledge, creating new theories or modifying existing ones.
Collaborate in the area of study, under the supervision of the thesis advisor or the project manager, and assessment of a given project
'''SPECIFIC TASKS'''<br>
The goal of the project es to improve hydrological predictions and uncertainty estimation. The specific topic/forus will be defined during your doctoral thesis. The thesis should broaden scientific knowledge, present new methods, or improve the existing ones. Potential approaches are:
* Probabilistic stream fbw predictions using erroroorrection models and data assimilation techniques. Compare traditional techniques for model errors correction, such as ARMA models, with more advanced techniques for state and parameters updating such us Ensemble Kalman Filler and Regularized Particles Filler. Identify the mai’I source or uncertainty. Case study will use conceptual hydrological models and historical data from 2-3 selected catchments.
* Predictions using purely data-driven hydrological models. For example recurren! artificial neural networks (specifically, Long Short Term Memory Neural Networks). Quantify the aoo.iracy and robustness of the predictions to compare advantages and disadvantages of replacing the hydrological model by a data-driven model investigate approaches to predict the uncertainty of da1a driven hydrological models.
The research project involves hydrology, statistics and maths
The works is performed in close collaboration with the thesis advisor.
We offer flexible freedom to explore new topics, a good international network and a close interaction with recognized experts.
Scientific collaboration with related pronec1s and publication of scientific results are part of the program_
'''REMUNERATION:''' 16,422 EUR/YEAR gross salary (12 payments)
'''DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION:''' 1st December, 2019
'''EXPECTED DATE OF JOINING:''' 3rd January, 2019
Please, see the following link for further details:
http://www.ihcantabria.com/en/fundacionih/item/1652-convocatoria-para-la-seleccion-de-personal-n-conv-fihac-10-2019/1652-convocatoria-para-la-seleccion-de-personal-n-conv-fihac-10-2019
'''Ph.D. Position (m/f/d) “Glacier Modelling”'''
(Salary Scale 13 TV-L, 75 %)
The Institute of Hydrology and Water Resources Management at the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geodetic Science invites applications for a Ph.D. Position (m/f/d) “Glacier Modelling” (Salary Scale 13 TV-L, 75 %) starting on the earliest possible date. The position is limited to three years.
'''Required tasks'''<br>
The candidate is expected to contribute to research in an international research project funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG). He/she will deal with the development of a seasonal to decadal scale glacier forecast model using both initialized climate forecasts and the Open Global Glacier Model OGGM (http://gepris.dfg.de/gepris/projekt/416069075?language=en, English description available, button appears on the top right).
Within this project the opportunity of graduating with a doctoral degree is given.
'''Employment conditions'''<br>
The applicant should hold a master degree in hydrology, civil engineering or atmospheric sciences, with specialization in water sciences, glaciology or equivalent. We expect above-average academic achievements. We are looking for a highly motivated person with scientific capabilities, who is working methods-oriented and has sufficient knowledge in hydrology, glaciology and climate dynamics. Computer programming skills in Python are mandatory; proficiency in German language would be an asset.
As an equal opportunities employer, Leibniz University Hannover intends to promote women and men. For this reason suitably qualified women are specifically invited to apply.
Preference will be given to equally qualified applicants with disabilities.
Please submit your full application in electronic form only by 5 May 2019 to info@iww.uni-hannover.de +
'''Ph.D. position in Compound Flood Modeling and Hazard & Risk Assessment'''<br>
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Virginia Tech invites outstanding candidates to apply for a Ph.D. assistantship starting in August 2022. The successful candidate will work in the CoRAL Lab under supervision of Dr. David F. Muñoz, and have the opportunity to participate in the ‘Disaster Resilience and Risk Management’ graduate program (https://drrm.fralinlifesci.vt.edu) and collaborate with researchers in the Center for Coastal Studies (https://coastal.fralinlifesci.vt.edu/). Research tasks might include data collection, imagery processing, integration of physics-informed and data-driven approaches for flood modeling, and assessment of coastal hazard and flood risks in coastal urban areas as well as natural (wetland) ecosystems.
'''Assistantship details:'''<br>
The graduate assistantship includes stipend, tuition support, assistance with health insurance and conference attendance fees. Potential candidates that identify themselves as minorities or underrepresented students are encouraged to apply.
'''Desired qualifications:'''<br>
Candidates must hold a degree in Civil Engineering, Coastal Engineering, or a closely related field at the start of the appointment. Strong quantitative and analytical skills in at least three of the following areas are desired:
* Statistical analysis
* Hydrodynamic modeling (ADCIRC, Delft3D, HEC-RAS, etc.)
* Programming (Python, MATLAB, or R)
* Machine learning or data science
* Remote sensing and/or imagery processing
* UAV mapping or drone surveying
* High-performance computing
'''How to apply? '''<br>
Interested candidates are requested to submit a CV, cover/motivation letter (max. one-page), and at least three reference letters. Applications will be open till March 31, and revised periodically. Please send your application materials to dfmunoz1@ua.edu with the subject/title: '''PHD position VT'''. +
'''PhD Position Morphodynamics of the Karnali River, Erosion of Vegetated Floodplains, and Relation to Wildlife Habitat'''
''River morphodynamics directly influences the habitat of the Nepal tigers. This research quantifies how and will help improving river management to protect the natural habitat of the Nepal tigers.''
'''Job description'''<br>
This PhD project is part of the large research program Save the tiger, Save the grasslands, Save the water, which is financed by the National Science Agenda program of the Dutch Research Council NWO (https://savethetiger.nl/). It is a collaboration between 25 partners ranging from Dutch and Nepali universities, NGO’s and companies working in the field of hydrology, ecology, nature conservation and stakeholder participation and communication. The overall objective is to understand and model the spatio-temporal dynamics of the grasslands as crucial landscape elements for the tiger habitat in Nepalese and Indian nature reserves at the foot of the Himalayas. The central research questions are: What are the natural dynamics of grasslands in floodplains; How do they get disturbed by large interventions in the water system and climate change both locally and upstream; How can conservation of the grasslands be combined with water resources allocation for economic activities; How can co-creative interaction between stakeholders be realized to attain effective policies and landscape stewardship. There will be 6 PhD projects and 1 post-doc project at four Dutch universities. Furthermore many MSc students from different background will perform research within the project.
We are looking for an enthusiastic PhD candidate interested in river morphodynamics of the Karnali river in western Nepal. The water and sediment from this river feeds the grasslands in the floodplains where the endangered tigers live. The natural river channel migration in the region has been largely changed by various human induced disturbances such as the construction of levees, channelization associated with hydropower, water offtake for irrigation, and gravel and sand mining in the river floodplain. Climate change exacerbates these pressures through, for instance, reduced average precipitation and changes in snow and glacier melt.
Your role is to quantify the changes in river channel characteristics using a combination of field monitoring, remote sensing and numerical modelling. Your results will be used by other PhD researchers working on the effects of climate and land use change on Himalayan hydrology, ecohydrology, the groundwater system and the long-term interaction between water, vegetation, humans and megafauna (deer, tigers). You will be supported and supervised by a team of experienced and enthusiastic scientists in the field of river morphodynamics and hydrology from Delft University of Technology and collaborate with the entire project team of Nepalese and Dutch researchers.
Deadline for applications: 14 January 2022
Further information: More detailed information can be found at: https://www.tudelft.nl/over-tu-delft/werken-bij-tu-delft/vacatures/details/?nPostingId=2048&nPostingTargetId=4930&id=QEZFK026203F3VBQBLO6G68W9&LG=UK&mask=external .
All the best, Astrid
Astrid Blom<br>
Associate Professor - River Engineering<br>
Head of Section Rivers, Ports, Waterways and Dredging Engineering<br>
TU Delft<br>
Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geosciences (CiTG)<br>
Department of Hydraulic Engineering<br>
Section Rivers, Ports, Waterways and Dredging Engineering<br>
E: astrid.blom@tudelft.nl<br>
'''PhD Position in Civil and Environmental Engineering at Colorado State University'''
We (Dr. Antonio Meira and Dr. Ryan Morrison) are seeking a motivated PhD candidate to join an exciting USFS-sponsored research project in the Colorado Rocky Mountains in the Spring of 2025. This project aims to explore the hydrologic and hydraulic impacts of process-based restoration on headwater streams. We aim to understand the effects of common process-based restoration techniques on subsurface flow paths, groundwater levels, and floodplain connectivity. The successful candidate will work on-site, utilizing advanced geophysical methods, including seismic refraction and electrical resitivity tomography (ERT) surveys, to monitor changes before and after implementation. Knowledge of geophysical methods and shallow subsurface hydrology is essential. Experience with modeling tools like Modflow or Parflow might be advantageous. This research offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative floodplain management strategies with significant ecological benefits.
'''Required qualifications are:'''
# MS (for PhD position at CSU) in Civil and Environmental Engineering or related discipline.
# Clear research interest in subsurface hydrology, floodplain services, and natural water resources.
# Proficiency in oral and written English communication.
'''Preferred qualifications for this position are:'''
# Experience with coding in R, Python, Matlab, or another programming language.
# Experience with hydrologic field data collection.
# Experience with Geophysical methods such as seismic refraction and ERT.
# Experience with Parflow, or Modflow.
# Research experience in water resources science or engineering.
# Demonstrated ability to work effectively in teams.
# Demonstrated ability to write and publish original research.
# Interest in integrating equity into graduate research
If interested, contact Prof. Antonio Meira (ameira@colostate.edu) with the following materials as a single PDF attachment and email subject line “Application for Posted PhD Position”:
# A 1–2-page cover letter with your interest in the position and research topics, and how you meet the required and preferred qualifications, and
# A current resume or CV.
Applications will be accepted until September 15th. You may simultaneously or soon afterwards apply to CSU. Information about applying to the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Colorado State University can be found here: https://www.engr.colostate.edu/ce/graduate-application-information/.
'''PhD Position to study large wood and river restoration'''<br>
I am seeking one PhD student to begin in Summer or Fall 2023 to pursue research on the role of large wood jams in promoting river-floodplain connectivity. The motivation of this research is to improve our understanding of how large wood can be used in river restoration to improve river corridor integrity and resilience. A combination of field work (in Colorado, Montana, and Iowa), 2D hydrodynamic modeling, computer programming, and statistical analyses will be necessary for this research. The PhD student will be supported with funding from a recent NSF award, and the student will be co-advised by Dr. Ellen Wohl.
Required qualifications are:
# MS in Civil and Environmental Engineering or related discipline.
# Clear research interest in river mechanics, floodplain services, and fluvial geomorphology.
# Proficiency in oral and written English communication.
Preferred qualifications for this position are:
# Experience with coding in R, Python, FORTRAN, or another programming language.
# Experience with hydrologic and geomorphic field data collection, including drone imagery
# Experience with FaSTMECH, SRH-2D, HEC-RAS 2D, or similar hydraulic modeling software
# Research experience in water resources science or engineering.
# Demonstrated ability to work effectively in teams.
# Demonstrated ability to write and publish original research.
# Interest in integrating equity into graduate research.
Preference will be given to students from backgrounds historically excluded from water resources engineering. I will begin reviewing applicants on March 1, 2023.
If interested, contact ryan.morrison@colostate.edu with the following materials as a single PDF attachment and email subject line “Application for Posted PhD Position”:
# A 1–2-page cover letter with your interest in the position and research topics, and how you meet the required and preferred qualifications, and
# A current resume or CV.
You may simultaneously or soon afterwards apply to CSU. Information about applying to the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Colorado State University can be found here: https://www.engr.colostate.edu/ce/graduate-application-information/.
Ryan Morrison<br>
Associate Professor<br>
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering<br>
Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering<br>
Colorado State University<br>
1372 Campus Delivery; Fort Collins, CO 80523-1372<br>
www.ryanmorrison.org<br>
'''PhD Research Assistantship in Geospatial Science at Montana State University'''<br>
The Geospatial Snow, Water, and Ice Resources Lab (GeoSWIRL) at Montana State University is recruiting a PhD student in the Department of Earth Sciences to start Fall semester 2022. This funded Research Assistant (RA) position (stipend, tuition, fees, and health insurance) will support the newly founded Geospatial Core Facility at Montana State University (so new we do not have a website yet!) and conduct original research as an active member of the GeoSWIRL team.
The primary mission of the Geospatial Core Facility is to expand and facilitate interdisciplinary geospatial research and external funding across campus on a wide range of projects. The RA’s contributions will focus on supporting the Geospatial Core Facility while also pursuing their doctoral research as an active contributor to the GeoSWIRL team.
The successful applicant will be a curious scholar with expertise integrating a variety of data types (including geospatial) with research interests in water-related questions/challenges that can span socio-environmental systems. The applicant must have demonstrated expertise developing compelling graphics and visualizations that effectively convey their work.
Required Qualifications and Skillsets:
* Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Effective oral and written communication, including data visualization (maps, infographics, figures, etc.)
* Demonstrated expertise in geospatial analysis across disciplines
* Demonstrated expertise in geographically-focused programming (i.e. Python, R, Matlab) and the willingness to focus on python-based projects
* Expertise in, or a willingness to learn applying GitHub as a core component of research
* Experience in, or willingness to learn UAV (Uncrewed Aerial Vehicle) data acquisition and analysis
* Experience in, or willingness to co-lead geospatial workshops
* Degree in Geography, GIS, or related discipline
Desired Qualifications and Skillsets:
* Master’s degree in Geography, GIS or related discipline
* Academic training in water resources
* Professional experience apart from academic training
* Experience in, or willingness to learn data-driven approaches, including machine learning (ML) models, to solve problems.
* Experience with large datasets (parallel processing, cluster computing, etc.)
* Experience in web-based applications of geospatial data
Interested applicants should send a single PDF to eric.sproles@montana.edu with the subject line "PhD Application". This pdf should include 1) a one-page cover letter outlining your research interests and expertise related to the job description, 2) resumé or CV, 3) an example of your work that you are proud of and willing to share (ex. visualization, manuscript/paper, links to code repositories/websites), 4) copy of unofficial transcripts, & 5) contact information for 2-3 references.
'''Applications will be reviewed immediately. '''
In support of the Montana State University’s mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged. Montana State University is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran’s status, sex, age, political ideas, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation.
'''PhD and Postdoc positions on Flood Resilience studies in the ERC funded project STORIES at LMU Munich'''
The Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität Munich (LMU) is one of the largest and most renowned universities in Germany.
The Chair in Human Geography at the Department of Geography offers a PhD student position and a postdoctoral researcher position to support the research activities in the context of the European Research Council (ERC) project STORIES (ID: 101040939), led by Dr. Liang Emlyn Yang. This is a 5-year research project funded with 1.5M€ that will investigate the dynamic interactions of flood impacts and social resilience in the Mekong River basin. Based on the project, a small team will be established to do pioneering and impactful science on climate resilience.
More about the project: https://www.geographie.uni-muenchen.de/department/fiona/forschung/projekte/index.php?projekt_id=342
Job announcement
* A Postdoc position up to 3 years on methodological development for modeling flood resilience mainly using Agent-Based Model and/or Social Network Analysis.
Application deadline on January 08, 2023.
https://job-portal.lmu.de/jobposting/1b2f6b6f4b2d426735880cac3c6678040e00d3ad0?ref=homepage
* A PhD student position focusing on case studies of flood resilience at the Mekong upstream areas in Southwest China (The Tea-Horse Road region in Sichuan and Yunnan Province).
Application deadline on January 08, 2023.
https://job-portal.lmu.de/jobposting/d6daf26e9d46fd1d0ba756a7260918919ffc6b200?ref=homepage
For further information about the project or to discuss the positions please contact Dr. Liang Emlyn Yang by email (emlyn.yang@lmu.de).
With best wishes,<br>
Emlyn
Dr. Liang Emlyn Yang (杨亮, 字也明)<br>
Research Group of Human-Environment Relations<br>
Department of Geography<br>
Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)<br> +
'''PhD in Civil, Environmental and Mechanical Engineering'''<br>
Curriculum A: Civil and Environmental Engineering
https://www.unitn.it/en/ateneo/1954/announcement-of-selection
2 open scholarships: proposals on the following themes will be warmly welcomed.
1. Transport processes along riverine environments and their impact on climate change
(P.I. Alessandra Marzadri, UniTrento)
Recent studies underline the importance of riverine environments in greenhouse gases (GHGs) emissions drawing attention to the fact that nearly all fresh waters contain carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), and nitrous oxide (N2O) in concentrations that are supersaturated with respect to that of the atmosphere. In riverine environments, CO2 and CH4 emissions are controlled by the processes involving the metabolism of terrestrial organic carbon; while nitrification-denitrification processes are the major processes controlling N2O emissions. The proposed research will focus on modeling transport of nutrients and contaminants at the catchment and larger scales. New approaches will be developed in order to take into account the multifaceted interactions occurring in the riverine environment both in the stream and in the hyporheic zone.
2. Data-driven modelling of thermal dynamics in water bodies:
Physical models vs. machine learning
(P.I. Marco Toffolon, UniTrento)
Water temperature is a key physical variable affecting the whole range of biological and chemical processes occurring in lakes and rivers. Traditionally, two approaches have been developed to simulate water temperature, namely using physically based models and statistical models. Now the increasing availability of information, the so-called big data, is paving the way to the use of machine learning in environmental studies, a research field that is exponentially growing. The aim of the proposed study is to test the performances of machine learning tools in the context of water temperature dynamics, and to analyse their strength and weakness in comparison with those of physically based deterministic models.
* 1 Reserved Topic scholarship (Departments of Excellence Grant A2)
3. Effects of climate change and human exploitation on groundwater resources in a meso-scale watershed
(P.I. Bruno Majone and Alberto Bellin, UniTrento)
Groundwater is a critical resource under threat by overexploitation due to the combined effect of population growth and climate change. Despite its importance our capability to model groundwater at catchment and regional scales is still limited. This research project focuses on modeling groundwater at the catchment and regional scales. In particular, we are seeking for a suitable parametrization of formation heterogeneity and exchanges with the surface water. The final objective is to combine groundwater modeling with artificial intelligence techniques to limit modeling errors and better assess the impact of water extractions by making the best use of all available data.
'''PhD in Agrifood and Environmental Science'''<br>
Curriculum D1/D2: Agricultural, Environmental and hydro-meteorological sciences and engineering
https://www.unitn.it/en/ateneo/80909/announcement-of-selection
* 1 Reserved Topic scholarship (Departments of Excellence Grant)
4. Emerging Micro- and nano-pollutants: Occurrence, Fate and Transport in water bodies
(P.I. Alberto Bellin, Paola Foladori and Gianni Andreottola, UniTrento)
More than 2700 compounds have been identified as Emerging Pollutants (Eps) or Contaminants of Emerging Concern (CECs) by the European Commission. Some compounds are chemicals of synthetic origin, which impact on public health and riverine ecosystem remain uncertain. Moreover, significant concerns have recently emerged about to possible environmental risks of Eps, such as pharmaceuticals, personal care products, endocrine disrupting chemicals and increasingly used nanomaterials, to mention a few. The proposed research aims at a comprehensive evaluation of the impact of a selected range of compounds in the whole water cycle, focusing on three levels of investigation: a) monitoring, b) modeling the fate of these compounds in the surface and subsurface water bodies, c) management and possible removal.
Alberto Bellin (alberto.bellin@unitn.it)<br>
Bruno Majone (bruno.majone@unitn.it)<br>
Alessandra Marzadri (alessandra.marzadri@unitn.it)<br>
Marco Toffolon (marco.toffolon@unitn.it)
'''PhD position "Carbon budget of fluvial landscapes in the Anthropocene“ (f_m_x) at the GFZ (GeoForschungsZentrum) Germany’s national centre for geoscience research in Potsdam'''
We seek a highly motivated student to investigate the effects of human disturbance of European fluvial landscapes during the Common Era (the last 2000 years) on biogeochemical cycles, in particular the carbon cycle, and to explore the use of these landscapes to optimise carbon dioxide drawdown. Landscapes can store carbon, fixed through photosynthesis by plants, in soils and sediments. This stable carbon can become a long-term sink for atmospheric carbon when it is transferred by rivers into geological basins (such as deep ocean sediment). For several thousands of years, humans have been engineering fluvial landscapes to make them more efficient for agriculture and transport. While these activities alter biogeochemical fluxes, their effect on the carbon cycle is unquantified.
See the full details of the position and the application procedure here:
https://www.gfz-potsdam.de/en/career/job-offers/details/8172
Please apply via the website by August 15. In case of questions, please get in touch with dirk.sachse@gfz-potsdam.de
Dirk Sachse +
'''PhD scholar in the synergy of hydrology and earth observation to monitor snowpack changes'''
The University of Córdoba (Spain) is offering a PhD scholarship, funded and co-hosted by EURAC Research (Italy) and titled: '''“Earth observation and hydrology in mountain areas in Mediterranean regions”.'''
This PhD position and its work will be supervised by the research group Earth Observation for Environmental Monitoring of the EURAC’s Institute for Earth Observation in cooperation with the
research group Fluvial Dynamics and Hydrology of the University of Córdoba, and the candidate will be enrolled in the PhD Program Biogeochemical Fluxes and Applications.
The focus of the PhD will be to quantify the link between snow cover changes and water resources in mountain areas in the Mediterranean region, with special focus on sites where the snowpack’ dynamics shows a highly variable spatial and temporal pattern. In this context the research will focus on two main activities:
* '''Integration of new developed products into hydrological models for river discharge prediction in two mountain ranges European Alps and Sierra Nevada''': The new developed Copernicus products in terms of snow cover extent, snow albedo, snow liquid water content, snow wetness will be ingested into hydrological models to improve the prediction of variable such as discharge. For the ingestion of data, machine learning approaches will be tested in two main mountain ranges, the European Alps and the Sierra Nevada (Spain), with significant snow presence and influence on the hydrological regime downstream but with strong differences in area and local altitudinal gradients. Sierra Nevada can be considered a snow island in the context of the European snow regions.
* '''Quantify the changes in snow cover extent and water resources in the Mediterranean “snow islands”'''. Through the combination of ground observation, physically based model simulations, Earth Observation data, the trends in the main “snow islands” of the Mediterranean basins will be quantified and analyzed. We expect to understand what is happening in the snow islands with respect to climate change in the last 20-30 years and how this information can be used to picture the future of other mountains in the world.
'''Requirements:'''
* Degree on Engineering (Civil, Forestry, Agriculture, Environmental), Geosciences, Physics, in any of its equivalent degrees in EU countries.
* Master degree in any field related to Environmental/Hydrological/Forestry/Civil Engineering, Hydrology, Remote Sensing, GeoSciences
* English skills equivalent to B2 or higher
'''Evaluation criteria:'''
* Highly motivated candidate (motivation letter mandatory)
* Research-oriented profile
* Programming skills (e.g. Python, R)
* Fluency in English (written and spoken)
* Specific knowledge of Earth Observation methods and hydrology will be considered an added value
* Expertise in field work and mountain hydrology is also valued
'''How to apply:'''<br>
The interested candidate must submit his/her application through the virtual office of the University of Córdoba by 10 January, 2022, midnight (CEST),
https://sede.uco.es/GOnceOV/tramites/acceso.do?id=54
The announcement, deadlines and rules for application are published on the following website (in Spanish):
https://www.uco.es/investigacion/portal/convocatorias-de-contratos
https://www.uco.es/investigacion/portal/images/documentos/convocatoria/2022/1/Publicaci%C3%B3nconvocatoriaBOUCO01_22.pdf (pages 1-3, for general conditions of the call, point 9 describes the common mandatory documents to be included in the application; pages 68-69, for details on this contract, which indicates additional documents and information to be included in the application to be evaluated).
'''The applicants can be asked to attend an on-line meeting scheduled during 27 January-2 February, 2022''', for which they will be called by an individual e-mail.
For any additional information on the research work, applicants can contact Prof. Polo (mjpolo@uco.es) or Dr. Notarnicola (claudia.notarnicola@eurac.edu).
For technical issues during the application process through the virtual offices, applicants can contact investigacion@uco.es, e-administracion@uco.es
iscussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/abouthydrology/C9F203B9-3CFE-4C87-BBD6-EEF34AA824FC%40hxcore.ol.
'''Place of work''': Naples, Italy.<br>
'''Fixed-term''': 15 months.<br>
'''Working hours''': Fulltime.<br>
'''Salary''': approx € 2979 per month (gross salary)<br>
'''Application deadline''': 30 June 2023.<br>
'''Starting date''': September/October 2023.<br>
We seek a postdoctoral research scientist with expertise in flood risk research and flood inundation numerical modelling at the Department of Engineering of Parthenope University, Naples (Italy). The postdoctoral researcher is expected to work on pluvial flood risk evaluation in urban areas, focusing on real-world applications and pilot sites in the context of the research project "INSPIRING" (PRIN 2020 funding).
The ideal candidate will have a PhD in hydrology, civil/environmental engineering, geosciences, water resources, environmental sciences or related disciplines, experience working with geospatial and time series data, and experience with hydrodynamic and hydrologic modelling. Plus qualifications include programming/scripting capabilities and experience with high-performance computing.
Candidate responsibilities
* Develop and apply flood inundation models for flood forecasting and risk assessment in real-world applications.
* Collaborate with project partners in an interdisciplinary context.
* Present, publish and communicate research results at scientific meetings and in scholarly journals.
Offer
We offer a position as a Postdoctoral Researcher for a period of 15 months at the Engineering Department of the University of Naples “Parthenope” in Naples (Italy). The gross monthly salary is approximately € 2979 for full-time employment.
Apply
Please apply here: https://uniparthenope.portaleamministrazionetrasparente.it/archivio22_bandi-di-concorso_0_14118_640_1.html
The position announcement is here: https://uniparthenope.portaleamministrazionetrasparente.it/moduli/downloadFile.php?file=oggetto_allegati/231441543000O__ODdd+133_2023_bando_assegno_inspiring.pdf
with an additional correction here: https://uniparthenope.portaleamministrazionetrasparente.it/moduli/downloadFile.php?file=oggetto_allegati/231451313050O__ODdd+135_2023+errata+corrige+bando+ddd+133_2023.pdf
The announcement is active until June 30th, 2023.
For additional information about this position and the application procedure please contact prof. Luca Cozzolino (luca.cozzolino@uniparthenope.it) and Giada Varra (giada.varra@uniparthenope.it), who can supply help with non-Italian speaking candidates.
Thank you for disseminating this among your colleagues and potential candidates.
Best regards<br>
<br>
Luca Cozzolino<br>
