[ES_JOBS_NET] Postdoctoral Research Associate, Geosciences, University of Montana

[Saifi Izhar]

On Sat 27 Jun, 2020, 2:53 AM Christine Wiedinmyer via Es_jobs_net, <
es_jobs_net at mailman.ucar.edu> wrote:

> The Department of Geosciences at the University of Montana seeks
> applicants for a 12-month Postdoctoral Research Associate position
> renewable for multiple years. The research associate will work directly
> with Assistant Professors of Geosciences, Hilary Martens (Geophysics) and
> Payton Gardner (Hydrology), on an NSF-funded research project titled *“Collaborative
> Research: New science, tools, and observations to couple geodesy with
> hydrology for modeling, water storage change, and streamflow forecasting in
> mountain watersheds.”* This research bridges traditional disciplinary
> boundaries in geophysics and hydrology to generate new knowledge about the
> storage and flow of water through mountain watersheds. Recent advances in
> geophysics, including the development and expansion of global navigation
> satellite systems (GNSS) that measure subtle changes in the shape of the
> Earth caused by the weight of groundwater and surface water, have
> transformed the ability to study Earth’s water cycle, especially at spatial
> and temporal scales that are relevant to complex mountain watersheds. By
> precisely observing and modeling the centimeter-scale deformation of Earth
> due to fluctuations in mountain snow and water storage, this project aims
> to place new constraints on hydrologic models at the intermediate watershed
> scale, create enhanced operational tools for water-resource management, and
> develop a prototype hydrologic early-warning system that can alert
> downstream communities to flood risk or flash droughts.
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> The multidisciplinary and team-based study combines fieldwork, data
> analysis, and modeling to investigate three hydrologically distinct
> mountain watersheds in the western USA: two in California and one in
> Montana. The fieldwork will involve the deployment and maintenance of GNSS,
> hydrologic, and meteorological sensors. The data analysis will involve the
> processing and interpretation of the geodetic, hydrologic, and
> meteorological data streams. Geodetic modeling will involve the development
> of software to forward and inverse model the deformation response of the
> solid Earth to hydrologic loading and unloading on daily to multi-year time
> scales. Hydrologic modeling will involve estimating watershed-scale storage
> and release using high-resolution, distributed, integrated hydrologic
> models.
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> The person assigned to this position will take a leading role in at least
> one of the major components of the project: fieldwork, data analysis, and
> modeling. The data analysis and modeling may be in the realm of geodesy
> and/or hydrology, depending on the applicant’s academic background and
> interests. Also, the research associate will have opportunities to engage
> in professional development activities, formal presentations, mentoring of
> graduate and undergraduate students involved in the project, and close
> collaborations with project partners at UC San Diego (Scripps) and NASA
> JPL. The research associate will be expected to maintain high standards of
> scientific ethics and to take the lead on the development of at least one
> scientific publication.
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> *Position Details*
>
>    - The salary for this postdoctoral research associate is $45,000/year.
>    - Position is full-time, 1.0 FTE, Letter of Appointment, and includes
>    a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including insurance,
>    mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.
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> *Required Education and Skills*
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>    - Ph.D. in Geoscience, Geophysics, Hydrology, or similarly aligned
>    fields.
>       - Applicants with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
>    - Applicants must be able to clearly communicate complex ideas in
>    writing and be willing to learn in a fast-paced, self-directed environment.
>    - Evidence of publishing in academic journals.
>    - Strong theoretical foundations in quantitative earth system science
>    including but not limited to geophysics, hydrology, geology, and/or
>    atmospheric sciences.
>    - Familiarity with Linux computing platforms.
>    - Ability to travel safely in remote field locations.
>    - Proficiency with quantitative computational techniques and languages
>    - Proficiency in scripting languages such as R, Python, MatLab, etc.
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> *Preferred Qualifications*
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>    - Familiarity with GNSS data processing and analysis.
>    - Familiarity with modeling elastic deformation of the Earth due to
>    surface loading.
>    - Familiarity with hydrologic modeling.
>    - Familiarity with engines and mechanical devices.
>    - Familiarity with electronics and instrumentation.
>    - Familiarity with backcountry and wilderness travel in mountainous
>    environments.
>    - Familiarity with snow and avalanche safety.
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> *About the Department of Geosciences, Missoula, and UM*
>
> The mission of the Department of Geosciences is to develop new knowledge
> of Earth’s history, environment, and resources; engage our students in the
> process, and share that knowledge broadly. We emphasize research goals and
> questions that simultaneously address issues of global importance and serve
> the people of Montana, hence our interest in water, climate, geologic
> resources, and natural hazards.
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> 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 “*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 “*The 16 Greatest Places to Live in America*” in 2014. Many
> national publications recognize Missoula for its high *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.
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> UM 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 five priorities for action: Place student success at the
> center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning,
> and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always";
> partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.
>
>
>
> *To learn more about the University of Montana, Missoula, and the State of
> Montana, please visit the links below.*
>
>    - *University of Montana*
>       - *University Highlights*
>    - *City of Missoula*
>       - *Destination Missoula*
>       - Video: *There's This Place*
>       - *Missoula Area Chamber of Commerce*
>    - *State of Montana*
>       - *Visit Montana*
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> Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the Offer of
> Employment In accordance with University regulations, 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 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*
>
> *Application Deadline: July 20, 2020 **by 11:59 PM (Mountain Time)*
>
> Application review will begin after the date above and continue until the
> position is filled.
>
> Please submit the following application materials via "New Resume/CV"
> button below.
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>    - *Please note: only five (5) attachments are allowed per application.
>    Please combine documents accordingly.*
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>    - *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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