[ES_JOBS_NET] Postdoctoral Research Associate, Numerical Terradynamic Simulation Group (NTSG), Univ. of Montana

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The Numerical Terradynamic Simulation Group ( <http://www.ntsg.umt.edu/>
NTSG) and the Geosciences Department at the University of Montana (UM)
invite applications for a postdoctoral researcher to develop and apply
satellite remote sensing based ecological models for estimating cropland
productivity and water use. The remote sensing derived estimates of crop
yields and water use will be used within a socioeconomic modeling framework
to investigate how farmers allocate land and water resources in response to
climate variability, economic and policy constraints.

The successful candidate will be part of a NASA and USDA funded
interdisciplinary team of researchers including remote sensing specialists,
hydroloclimatologists, and water policy specialists developing
transformative decision support tools and integrated hydro-economic models
of agricultural production. The models are driven by field observations,
multi-sensor satellite remote sensing of crop yields and water use, outputs
from regional climate models, and socioeconomic data for Montana
agricultural systems. The candidate will be expected to develop their own
research within the overall project framework and will interact with
Principal Investigators, other research scientists, public and private
industry stakeholders. The candidate will also participate as a productive
member of a larger interdisciplinary research group pioneering new
ecological remote sensing applications.

The duties for the position will include digital image processing and
integration of multi-sensor and multi-scale satellite remote sensing and
other geospatial data for mapping irrigated and non-irrigated lands,
cropland vegetation phenology and water stress; application and development
of remote sensing data-driven ecological models for estimating field-scale
crop yields, evapotranspiration, and water use efficiency; conducting
independent research, writing scientific papers and publishing in
peer-reviewed scientific journals; conducting public outreach and giving
oral presentations on research findings.

The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of
diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in
receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would
assist the University in demonstrating its essential values of leadership,
diversity, engagement and sustainability.

Required Qualifications

.        A PhD in environmental engineering, eco-hydrology or a related
discipline

.        Demonstrated knowledge of remote sensing fundamentals, including
satellite optical-infrared and microwave remote sensing

.        Understanding of numerical methods for data integration and
analysis, including machine learning and optimization techniques

.        Experience in hydrologic or ecosystem process modeling

.        Digital image processing and modeling experience using Google
EarthEngine, Matlab, or IDL/ENVI software environments

.        Programming ability in C/C++, R or, preferably, Python

.        Experience in both Linux and Windows environments

.        Proficiency in conducting independent scientific research and
demonstrated ability to publish in the peer-reviewed scientific literature

.        Ability to communicate and interact well with others in a large
interdisciplinary research group

Preferred Qualifications

.        Experience and interest in agricultural systems and applications is
also desired

Position Details

.        The successful applicant will be employed by the University of
Montana on a 12-month Letter of Appointment, including competitive salary,
medical/dental and retirement benefits.

.        The position is located within  <http://www.ntsg.umt.edu/> NTSG on
the University of Montana campus in Missoula, MT. 

About  <http://www.umt.edu/> UM

The University of Montana is a unit of the Montana University System with
approximately 12,000 undergraduate and graduate students and 500+ full-time
faculty members. It is located in Missoula, a culturally vibrant community
of about 70,000, surrounded by mountain grandeur which was recently ranked
in the " <https://www.aier.org/2015-2016-top-college-destinations-ranked>
top 20 best college towns with a population of less than 250,000" by the
American Institute for Economic Research and ranked 9th in Outside
Magazine's "
<https://www.outsideonline.com/1928016/16-best-places-live-us-2014> The 16
Greatest Places to Live in America" in 2014. Many national publications
recognize Missoula for its high
<http://www.umt.edu/urelations/info/highlights/default.php#Quality> quality
of life. Abundant recreational opportunities in surrounding state and
national forests and nearby Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National
Park complement a thriving intellectual atmosphere. 

To learn more about the University of Montana, Missoula, and the State of
Montana, please visit the links below.

.         <http://www.umt.edu/> University of Montana

o    <http://www.umt.edu/urelations/info/highlights/default.php> University
Highlights

.         <http://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/> City of Missoula

o    <http://destinationmissoula.org/> Destination Missoula

o   Video:  <https://youtu.be/jOxVwxvjPtk> There's This Place

o    <http://www.missoulachamber.com/> Missoula Area Chamber of Commerce

.         <http://mt.gov/> State of Montana

o    <http://www.visitmt.com/> Visit Montana

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment.
In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be
subject to criminal background investigations. 
ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference
Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons
with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative
format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we
encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified
candidates may request veterans' or disabilities preference in accordance
with state law. 
References *References not listed on the application materials may be
contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. 
Testing Individual hiring departments at UM-M may elect to administer
pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions.

Employment Eligibility.  All New Employees must be eligible and show
employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM,
as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).

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How to Apply

Priority Application Date: July 8, 2018

Applications received by 7/8/18 will be guaranteed consideration.
Application review will begin on 7/9/18 and continue until the position is
filled. 

Please submit the following application materials via "New Resume/CV" button
below. 

*Please note: only five (5) attachments are allowed per application. Please
combine documents accordingly.

.        Letter of Interest - addressing the stated required skills for the
position

.        Detailed resume listing education and describing work experience

.        Names and contact information for three (3) professional references

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