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CUAHSI PostDoctoral research associate in flood resilience
Consortium of Universities for the Advance of Hydrologic Science, Inc. (CUAHSI), , United States
Apply before: 15 June 2019
Apply before: 15 June 2019
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Position: Post-doctoral Researcher
Apply before: 15 June 2019
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The Consortium of Universities for the Advance of Hydrologic Science, Inc. (CUAHSI) seeks a candidate for one postdoctoral position in the general area of improving community resilience to flood disasters. The Postdoctoral Research Associate (RA) will conduct independent research and is mentored by one or more faculty at the university of the RA’s choosing. Appointments will have an expected term of one year, extendable to two years, and starting as soon as possible. The position includes a $50,000, full benefits and a discretionary fund of $10,000/year, much of which will support travel to the National Water Center, in addition to any research funds that may be directed to the project by mentors. BACKGROUND The Department of Homeland Security’s (DHAS) Flood Apex Program was developed with goals to reduce flood fatalities and property losses, and to enhance community resilience to floods. Housed within the DHS Science and Technology Directorate, the Flood Apex Program aims to discover new tools, technologies, and solutions through strong partnerships. Discovery of new tools and technologies through partnerships aligns with the goals of the CUAHSI Summer Institute (SI), which is held under the auspices of the National Water Center (NWC) at the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa with support from the National Weather Service. There is an opportunity to leverage the activities of the SI to advance the goals of the Flood Apex program. CUAHSI is partnering with the DHS Science and Technology Directorate’s Flood APEX program to support a Postdoctoral RA who will conduct outcome-based research on flood analytics that supports the Flood Apex program. The RA will be expected to integrate this research into CUAHSI’s SI through active participation in the program. CUAHIS’s involvement aligns with the organization’s goal of advancing hydrologic science by strengthening multi-disciplinary collaboration, developing and operating research infrastructure, and promoting water education and training. QUALIFICATIONS AND CRITERIA Requirements for the positions include a Ph.D. in a field of study relevant to flooding, the ability to take initiative and work independently, and an interest in contributing to a dialogue across disciplinary boundaries. Applicants should submit a research proposal based on the guidelines below, including identification of a proposed faculty mentor. Proposals will be judged on scientific merit, an achievable research plan, and the degree to which the research contributes the Flood Apex program and goals of the Summer Institute. Letters of support will be requested from proposed mentors, so applicants will benefit from contacting proposed mentors early in the process. Applicants must be U.S. citizens. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS To apply, please submit the following items at https://proposalspace.com/calls/d/1032 by June 15, 2019. Cover letter describing your interest in the position; Current CV; Required project proposal (1,500 words maximum, excluding references): Proposals should briefly address the following points: Title and brief abstract Project background and importance: What is known and what is new about this question? Why does it matter? How does this project fit with your own previous work and your proposed mentor's? Project plan: What will be done? How does this research support the Flood Apex program and the Summer Institute? Include a data management plan, and timeline or work plan if appropriate. If additional resources will be needed to complete the work, do you have options for funding them? Project outcomes: What products will come out of this project (e.g. articles, methods, datasets, policy briefs, educational materials)? References Two letters of reference from advisors or colleagues who know the applicant’s work well. Proposals and letters of reference will be submitted through ProposalSpace. You must create an account with ProposalSpace to submit your application. There is no fee for submitting. You can save your application in progress and return to it later, but all required documents must be entered before submitting. All required information must be submitted by the application deadline. Questions should be addressed to jdbales@cuahsi.org.
Of interest for: Hydrology Focus Research Group
