Jobs:Job-01379
Apply before: 6 November 2023
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Position: PostDoc Position
Apply before: 6 November 2023
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Application materials should be submitted by Nov. 06 via the Qualtrics link below. Materials will not be accepted by email.
https://oregonstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dbVpDph77wHLz1k
Applicants can contact me with questions.
Many thanks,
Desirée
Post-doctoral scholar position focused on the role floodplains in trapping sediment following wildfires
Project Overview: Wildfires across the American West are expanding in severity and frequency. Among the devastating impacts is the post-fire delivery of substantial sediment loads from unstable hillslopes, which can disrupt water supply for rural and urban communities. As part of a larger project emphasizing water security from wildfire threats, this position will lead scholarly research on the role of floodplains in supporting community resilience from wildfires. In particular, this study will focus on the role of existing and reconnected floodplains in storing post-fire sediment loads. The work will involve various research activities including a literature synthesis, analysis of remotely-sensed and locally collected data, and modeling of floodplain processes. Results will be presented in peer-reviewed publications and in presentations to the larger wildfire-water security team and to the scientific community.
Position Description: This individual will work with Desirée Tullos and Kellie Vache (Biological and Ecological Engineering), Mary Santelmann (Geography) at Oregon State University and Becky Flitcroft (US Forest Service). This position has an anticipated start date of January 03, 2024, but is open to negotiation. The successful candidate should hold a Ph.D. in a relevant field with a specialization in river hydraulics and engineering, geography/geology/geomorphology, or related fields. Candidates must have received a PhD within the past five years from an accredited college or university. Salary for this position is set by university policy (https://gradschool.oregonstate.edu/postdocs/stipends-and-benefits) and is based on prior experience. This appointment is for one year with renewal of one additional year.
Required qualifications include:
- Prior experience with hydraulic modeling and/or sediment transport processes
- Excellent writing and communication skills
- Desire to collaborate within an interdisciplinary and cross-cultural team to produce peer-reviewed publications
- Commitment to diversity and inclusivity
Preferred qualifications include:
- Life experiences that are not historically included in this field.
- Prior experience with programming, statistical analysis, and/or wildfires.
Oregon State University commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
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