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'''Multiple Positions Open - Immediate Hire - Full Time'''
Hydrosimulatics Inc. is currently seeking self-motivated hydraulic/hydrologic modelers with experience in channel flow modeling (e.g., using HECRAS), water supply distribution network modeling (e.g., EPANET), and/or urban stormwater system modeling (e.g., EPA SWMM) to support the continuous refinement and expansion of the first ever realtime, cloud-powered, data-enabled global modeling platform for water resources research, education, consulting, and management.
Depending on the assignment, there will be opportunity for creative problem-solving involving models, research and curriculum innovations, technological and business innovations, software development, database design and optimization, intelligent information integration, processing and analysis of massive datasets, client-server programming, high performance/parallel computing, and GIS application.
'''Desired Qualifications / Experience'''
* Must be self-driven, a critical thinker, and a quick learner.
* An ability to work independently and as a team player.
* Strong problem resolution skills.
* Strong verbal, written, and active listening communication skills to work effectively within and across teams.
* Master or Ph.D. degree in civil / environmental engineering or related fields (e.g., geological sciences and engineering, GIS and spatial science, computational science and mathematics),
* Experience in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling; specifically, channel flow modeling (e.g., using HECRAS), water supply distribution network modeling (e.g., EPANET), and/or urban stormwater system modeling (e.g., EPA SWMM)
* Experience with computer programming (using, e.g., C#, Python, JavaScript, SQL, GIS, HTML, CSS) is desired but not required
Willingness to learn new modeling skills pertinent to the company vision.
These positions are available immediately and will remain open until they are filled.
'''Work Location.''' Lansing, Michigan – the capital city of Michigan, just west of Michigan State University and about 1.5 hours northwest of Detroit and 3 hours east of Chicago.
'''How to Apply.''' Please send a cover letter and detailed resume documenting your project experience to: admin@magnet4water.com
These are growth positions for career-oriented persons who are seeking an opportunity to work with one of the most innovative hydrologic/hydraulic modeling groups in the world. You will gain exposure to cutting edge modeling tools, novel programming techniques, and new computational thinking with a wide range of applicability. You will collaborate in an open and friendly work environment with very talented and passionate colleagues whose work in “realtime modeling”, “data-enabled modeling", “hierarchical patch dynamics”, and “social computational systems” is pushing the boundaries of water resources research, education, and problem solving, transforming the way modeling is done and even how people collaborate.
'''Multiple Positions Open - Immediate Hire - Full Time'''
Hydrosimulatics Inc. is currently seeking self-motivated hydraulic/hydrologic modelers with experience in channel flow modeling (e.g., using HECRAS), water supply distribution network modeling (e.g., EPANET), and/or urban stormwater system modeling (e.g., EPA SWMM) to support the continuous refinement and expansion of the first ever realtime, cloud-powered, data-enabled global modeling platform for water resources research, education, consulting, and management.
These are growth positions for career-oriented persons who are seeking an opportunity to work with one of the most innovative hydrologic/hydraulic modeling groups in the world. You will gain exposure to cutting edge modeling tools, novel programming techniques, and new computational thinking with a wide range of applicability. You will collaborate in an open and friendly work environment with very talented and passionate colleagues whose work in “realtime modeling”, “data-enabled modeling", “hierarchical patch dynamics”, and “social computational systems” is pushing the boundaries of water resources research, education, and problem solving, transforming the way modeling is done and even how people collaborate.
A significant portion of the work will be leading and contributing to the development and testing of modular data-driven or process-based simulation tools in fluid mechanics, hydraulics, hydrology, and water resources, integrating them into a smart service system – a socially intelligent, dynamically evolving, realtime, global modeling platform – and creating – natural market forces – a MAGNET for water (Multiscale, Adaptive, Global NETwork for water), pulling people together and enabling spontaneous community wide cocreation.
Depending on the assignment, there will be opportunity for creative problem-solving involving models, research and curriculum innovations, technological and business innovations, software development, database design and optimization, intelligent information integration, processing and analysis of massive datasets, client-server programming, high performance/parallel computing, and GIS application.
'''Desired Qualifications / Experience'''
* Must be self-driven, a critical thinker, and a quick learner.
* An ability to work independently and as a team player.
* Strong problem resolution skills.
* Strong verbal, written, and active listening communication skills to work effectively within and across teams.
* Master or Ph.D. degree in civil / environmental engineering or related fields (e.g., geological sciences and engineering, GIS and spatial science, computational science and mathematics),
* Experience in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling; specifically, '''channel flow modeling (e.g., using HECRAS), water supply distribution network modeling (e.g., EPANET), and/or urban stormwater system modeling (e.g., EPA SWMM)'''
* Experience with computer programming (using, e.g., C#, Python, JavaScript, SQL, GIS, HTML, CSS) is desired but not required
* Willingness to learn new modeling skills pertinent to the company vision.
These positions are available immediately and will remain open until they are filled.
'''Work Location.''' Lansing, Michigan – the capital city of Michigan, just west of Michigan State University and about 1.5 hours northwest of Detroit and 3 hours east of Chicago.
'''How to Apply.''' Please send a cover letter and detailed resume documenting your project experience to: admin@magnet4water.com
'''NSF-Funded PhD and Post-Doc Opportunities – UNC Charlotte'''
NSF-Funded position(s) to examine the broad problem of how mechanical weathering via rock fracture (see Eppes et al., 2018; Eppes & Keanini, 2017) influences long-term landscape evolution. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to design research to suit their interests under this broad topic. Opportunities include: conducting field work to characterize weathering, erosion, environmental stress and thermal conditions in diverse field areas - US Mojave Desert, Sierra Nevada; Israel; building numerical models linking environmental stresses with rock fracture and subsequent erosion; completing 3D visualization and spatial-statistical analyses of acoustic emission recordings of real-time fracture; and/or performing laboratory testing and microscopic analyses for rock mechanical, thermal and/or mineralogical properties from the above locations and/or Antarctica.
Potential Post-Doctoral candidates should email me directly with a cover letter, C.V. and a statement of research expertise and goals for the position. Potential PhD students should apply to either the PhD in “Infrastructure and Environmental Systems” – a multidisciplinary PhD program joint with Civil Engineering – or the PhD in Geography. Students may choose a ‘route’ through these PhD programs that is as traditional (Geology, Earth Sciences or Geography) or as multidisciplinary (incorporating any of the above as well as Engineering, GIS) as they like.
'''Application Deadline is Feb 1, 2019. Email or call for more information.'''
Dr. Martha Cary (Missy) Eppes<br>
meppes@uncc.edu 704 687-5993
Eppes, M. C., G. S. Hancock, X. Chen, J. Arey, T. Dewers, J. Huettenmoser, S. Kiessling et al. (2018). "Rates of subcritical cracking and long-term rock erosion." Geology 46, no. 11: 951-954.
Eppes, M.-C. and R. Keanini (2017). "Mechanical weathering and rock erosion by climate-dependent subcritical cracking." Reviews of Geophysics 55(2): 470-508.
'''About UNC Charlotte & its Earth sciences programs:'''
UNC Charlotte is a rapidly growing doctoral-granting urban university located in the largest metropolitan area between Washington DC, and Atlanta, GA. The University is a Carnegie Foundation Community Engagement campus. More than 28,000 students, including over 9000 ethnic minority students and almost 2000 international students, are currently enrolled at the University.
The Department of Geography and Earth Sciences is a diverse community of social and physical scientists comprised of ~35 faculty members and more than 100 graduate students from a variety of disciplinary backgrounds. The Department’s mission is to create and disseminate scientific knowledge about the social and natural systems of the Earth and their interactions through scholarly research, teaching and service. The Department is committed to rigorous high-level research and excellence in teaching. The Department offers undergraduate degrees in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Geology, Environmental Studies, and Meteorology. At the graduate level, the Department offers an M.A. and a PhD in Geography, an M.S. in Earth Sciences, and a graduate certificate in Geographic Information Science & Technology. In addition, the department is a core participant in several interdisciplinary graduate programs on campus, including, Ph.D. programs in Public Policy (PPOL) and Infrastructure and Environmental Systems (INES), and the Master’s in Urban Design (MUD).
'''Objective of the assignment:'''<br>
Facilitate the establishment of a continental impact based EWS for Early Action and Transboundary Risk Management through:
* The improvement of risk understanding
* Establishment of a situation room at the AU premises, and capacitation of other situation rooms at ACMAD, RECs and Member States through a common web-based platform and Standard Operating Procedures.
'''Deliverables:'''
* Inception report
* Detailed implementation plan
* Development of data exchange policy
* Provision of input to AUC situation room for EWS and situation reports/updates
* Design of IGAD/ICPAC situation room centre
* Development of SoPs for the situation room and in exchanging information with AUC Situation room and other centres
* Installation of myDEWETRA Data Server in IGAD/ICPAC for the operation exchange of information, testing of the system in full consideration of internal systems and portals at ICPAC
* Customized continental legal framework to IGAD/ICPAC context
* Final Report
'''Work Location'''<br>
Nairobi, Kenya
'''Expected duration'''<br>
Start as soon as possible until September 2021 with a possibility of extension up to 24 months
'''Duties and Responsibilities:'''<br>
The Hydromet Expert will work under the overall supervision of the Deputy Chief, UNDRR Regional Office for Africa and will liaise with the Coordinator of IGAD Disaster Risk Management (DRM) Unit in collaboration with the Senior EWS and Disaster Operations Experts and has to also closely coordinate their work with the CIMA Coordinator at the AUC.
'''Qualifications/special skills'''<br>
Academic Qualifications: Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in environmental engineering, physics, environmental science, hydrology, geography or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree
Experience: Five (5) years of experience in project management is required. Experience in Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) field with experience in hydrological modelling and a managing situation rooms are Required. Experience in GIS, data manipulation and analysis, and proven knowledge of hydrological modelling and operational hydrology is required.
Experience in working in Africa at the regional or national level on Disaster Risk Reduction/Management (DRR/M) is desirable.
Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French is desirable.
'''Objectives:''' (1) To identify hotspots and hot moments of hydro-geomorphic connectivity in human-impacted catchment systems by reviewing and testing/combining existing connectivity science and resilience approaches in selected medium-sized agricultural catchments; (2) To develop a conceptual and methodological framework and tools based on the findings of (1); (3) To test the this framework/tools in selected catchment systems and to derive general implications for connectivity and resilience science and its application in catchment management (e.g. field measurements incl. tracer experiments; i.e. via collecting new data in the course of the project and using already existing datasets), modelling, connectivity indices.
See the attached file: https://csdms.colorado.edu/csdms_wiki/images/I-CONN_recruitment_ESR_10_re.pdf +
'''Offer description'''
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, their coupled effect is generally ignored when interpreting borehole-depth temperature profiles (e.g., Vogt et al., 2014, https://doi.org/10.1093/gji/ggu282). Through the development of more advanced models, the objective of this project is i) to 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) to 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 ground surface temperature (GST) variations, which is a necessary step towards understanding the role of groundwater flow on temperature distributions at catchment scales.
'''Requirements'''
* Research Field - Geosciences or Physics or Computer science
* Education Level – Master Degree or equivalent
'''Skills/Qualifications'''
* Experience with computer programming /scripting (Matlab, Python, R, C/C++, Fortran)
* Sound and quantitative understanding of geological fluid flow
* Applicants must be proficient in both written and oral English
* Experience with reservoir modelling or hydrodynamic modelling, and inverse methods, is an advantage.
* Applicants must be able to work independently and in a structured manner and demonstrate good collaborative and communication skills.
For more information, see associated document.
'''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 PhD Position (75%, 3 years) in Landslide Research'''
The Geohazards Group at the University of Potsdam is offering a three-year PhD position (TV-L E13, 75% of DFG personnel rate) to carry out research on Large Landslides, Climate Trends, and Anomalies. The candidate will be part of the Geohazards Group, and funded by the forthcoming DFG project LINDA, which explores whether and how large landslides have been responding to contemporary atmospheric warming in terms of their size, frequency, and reporting. The project will make use of landslide catalogues, high-resolution satellite image time series, climate reanalysis data, and probabilistic models to detect and estimate the effects of climate change on sudden, large slope failures. We are looking for doctoral candidates with a Masters degree in the Earth and Environmental Sciences or related disciplines, and strong quantitative skills, preferably with some experience in using R or Python, remote sensing, slope stability, or data science. Being able to handle large and heterogeneous datasets is a further asset. For further information about this position please contact Prof. Oliver Korup (oliver.korup@geo.uni-potsdam.de) before 15 December 2025. The University of Potsdam is an equal opportunity employer. +
'''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.
'''Overview:''' The Kansas Geological Survey (KGS), a research and service unit at the University of Kansas (KU), is seeking a postdoctoral researcher for a project analyzing and interpreting Airborne Electromagnetic (AEM) Survey Data collected as part of multiple surveys performed in the three groundwater management districts overlying the High Plains aquifer (HPA) in western Kansas. It is expected that the results of the analysis and interpretation of the AEM data will significantly enhance understanding of the HPA hydrostratigraphy. This improved understanding should help in the planning of groundwater conservation areas designed to extend the lifespan of the HPA in western Kansas. The ideal candidate would have strong technical skills for working with AEM data and models, including physically based forward and inverse modeling of AEM survey responses, and demonstrated experience in doing so. The position will be co-supervised by Jim Butler (https://kgs.ku.edu/people/james-j-butler-jr) and Geoff Bohling (https://kgs.ku.edu/people/geoffrey-c-bohling) in the Physical Geohydrology Group at the KGS. Additional project collaborators at the KGS include Gaisheng Liu and KGS scientific staff in the Energy and Stratigraphy Division.
'''Salary, Employment Status, and Fringe Benefits''': This position has an expected salary range of $60,000 to $65,000 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Other benefits include university staff privileges; up to 176 hours of paid vacation earned per year, 96 hours of sick leave earned per year, and nine paid holidays plus one discretionary day annually; group medical and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, and retirement program options. The initial appointment will be for two years with the possibility of renewal for another two years assuming satisfactory performance and funding availability.
'''Job Description'''
* 85%: Analyze and interpret data collected through AEM surveys of the three groundwater management districts in western Kansas. The three major areas of work will be 1) the inversion of the AEM data to resistivity, 2) the identification of the aquifer bottom from the AEM resistivity values, and 3) the transformation of the AEM resistivities to lithology. In all cases, estimates of the uncertainty in the final results will be needed so that the stakeholder community can better understand the confidence we have in those results.
* 15%: Disseminate findings through conference presentations and peer-reviewed publications. It is expected that the individual will play a leading role in preparation of presentations and publications based on the analyses and interpretations of the AEM surveys.
'''Position Location:''' On-site at the KGS headquarters on the KU campus in Lawrence, KS.
'''Required Qualifications'''
# Ph.D. in a discipline related to hydrogeophysics.
# Prior experience demonstrating a solid theoretical understanding of the physical principles governing AEM survey responses as indicated in application materials.
# Experience working with physically based forward and inverse modeling of time-domain AEM data as indicated in application materials.
# Experience working both independently and collaboratively as indicated in application materials.
# Strong written communication skills as evidenced by application material, to include peer-reviewed publications and project reports.
'''Preferred Qualifications'''
# Experience with AEM modeling software as indicated in application materials.
# Experience with data analysis in R and/or Python as indicated in application materials.
# Experience working with AEM surveys of unconsolidated aquifers as indicated in application materials.
# Experience with sedimentological principles governing aquifer structure as indicated in application materials.
# Experience working with multidisciplinary teams on aquifer characterization projects as indicated in application materials.
'''More information and apply:''' https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25752&siteid=5541&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=5210022
Application review begins February 23; the earliest possible start date is April 6, 2026, and the exact start date is negotiable.
'''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>
