[ES_JOBS_NET] Post-doctoral research position at The Ohio State University in machine learning and aerosols

[May, Andy]

Hi all,

I am searching for a post-doctoral researcher for a project related to machine learning and aerosol optical properties. I hope to fill this position by late 2024.

A position description can be found in the attachment, pasted below my signature, or linked on the landing page of my research website (https://u.osu.edu/may.561).

The formal application link through WorkDay jobs for the position is not yet live, but I am happy to review materials from prospective applicants prior to this. I will update my research website to include the link when it is available.

Please reach out directly to me with any questions.

Thanks!

Andy

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Andrew A. May, PhD (he/him)
Associate Professor, Department of Civil, Environmental and Geodetic Engineering
Affiliated Faculty, Environmental Science Graduate Program
Affiliated Faculty, Sustainability Institute
Affiliated Faculty, Translational Data Analytics Institute
483A Hitchcock Hall | 2070 Neil Ave, Columbus, OH 43210
614-688-1206 Office
may.561 at osu.edu<mailto:may.561 at osu.edu>
u.osu.edu/may.561/


Dr. Andy May, in the Department of Civil, Environmental, and Geodetic Engineering at The Ohio State University (OSU), is searching for a post-doctoral scholar to work on a project sponsored by NOAA's Atmospheric Chemistry, Carbon Cycle & Climate program related to data analysis of recent airborne measurements of atmospheric aerosols. Specifically, the project seeks to further the development of statistical models for the prediction of the mass-absorption cross-section of black carbon (MACBC)[1]. This work builds upon our previous efforts applied to long-term, ground-based monitoring sites The position is fully-funded for 18 months, with the possibility for extension, pending funding availability. The anticipated start date for this position is late 2024.

Primary responsibilities of the scholar will be to:

  *   Build upon existing models and explore alternative models to reduce prediction biases of MACBC across a range of atmospheric environments
  *   Conduct a targeted evaluation of data collected during the FIREX-AQ<https://csl.noaa.gov/projects/firex-aq/> campaign and other campaigns focusing on open biomass burning smoke
  *   Explore the applicability of the best statistical model to remote sensing data
  *   Mentor undergraduate students on computational work
  *   Lead manuscript preparation efforts
  *   Present research findings at national meetings
  *   Develop skills towards an independent career

Other opportunities:

  *   Prepare new research proposals
  *   Teach environmental engineering courses
  *   Leverage resources from the OSU Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (https://u.osu.edu/osupac/home/) and join the OSU Postdoctoral Association (https://u.osu.edu/postdocs/)

Required qualifications:

  *   PhD in Environmental Engineering, Atmospheric Science, Computer Science, or related field
  *   Experience with large data sets
  *   Experience with regression and machine learning techniques

Desired qualifications:

  *   Experience with aerosol measurement data
  *   Experience with aerosol optical properties
  *   Experience with high-performance computing

Interested applicants may email a cover letter; a personal statement describing research interests, career goals, and relevant experience; a current CV; and contact information for at least three references to Dr. May (may.561 at osu.edu<file:///C:/Users/may.561/Documents/OSU/students/advertisements/may.561@osu.edu>) by 15 July 2024 for preliminary screening. Formal applications will be submitted through an official WorkDay job posting that is forthcoming. For more information about Dr. May's research, please visit his website: https://u.osu.edu/may.561.

The Ohio State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, protected veteran status, or any other basis under the law. Dr. May has completed three levels of the OSU College of Engineering's Inclusive Excellence Certificate Program, and he has received a teaching endorsement from the OSU Michael V. Drake Institute for Teaching and Learning for his participation in research mentoring training.


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[1] See https://doi.org/10.3390/atmos11111185, https://doi.org/10.1080/02786826.2022.2114311, and https://doi.org/10.1080/02786826.2022.2114312.
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