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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:#1D1D1D">Dear Colleagues,<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">My lab</span><span class="apple-converted-space"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black"> </span></span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;border:none windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0in">(<a href="https://www.clu-lab.com/" title="https://www.clu-lab.com/"><span style="color:black">https://www.clu-lab.com/</span></a>)</span><span class="apple-converted-space"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black"> </span></span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">in
the Department of Ecology, Evolution, & Organismal Biology at Iowa State University (Ames, IA) is currently accepting applications for a</span><span class="apple-converted-space"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black"> </span></span><span class="outlook-search-highlight"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">postdoc</span></span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">toral
position in the field of flood and nutrient pollution prediction in intensively managed agricultural landscapes.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">This position focuses on the fusion of deep learning approaches and process-based hydro-ecological modeling. Candidates with a background in terrestrial ecosystem/hydrology/biogeochemistry
modeling, and experience or interest in machine learning/deep learning are encouraged to apply. Proficiency in coding languages such as R, Python, MATLAB, or C/C++ is highly desirable. The selected candidate will work closely with an interdisciplinary research
team to forecast rural flood occurrences and nutrient loss from land to aquatic systems. Collaborative support from experts in ecohydrology, computer science, deep learning, and hydroinformatics will be provided under two ongoing NSF projects. Funding is available
for three years, contingent on successful progress. </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:#1D1D1D"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black"> </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"TimesNewRomanPSMT",serif">QUALIFICATIONS:
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<li style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"TimesNewRomanPSMT",serif">A Ph.D. degree from an accredited institution in Ecosystem Ecology, Biogeochemistry, Ecohydrology, Agriculture, Forestry, or related fields with experience
of terrestrial ecosystem modeling is required. </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"SymbolMT",serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"TimesNewRomanPSMT",serif">Preference will be given to candidates with experience and background on biogeochemistry/hydrology modeling, deep learning, geospatial analysis, and computer
programming.</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"SymbolMT",serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"TimesNewRomanPSMT",serif">Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills, record of research publications in refereed journals of high quality, and a demonstrated ability
to function well within multidisciplinary teams are required. </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"SymbolMT",serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"TimesNewRomanPSMT",serif">Offer: Salary ($53-56k) commensurate with training and research experience plus health benefit, mentoring by and collaboration with senior research personnel from a multidisciplinary team,
office space and computer facilities, and coverage of research and related travel expenses. Located in the vibrant and welcoming city of Ames, Iowa, this job opportunity offers an ideal blend of professional growth and a high-quality living environment.
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<span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">More application details can be found in<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><a href="https://isu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/IowaStateJobs/job/Ames-IA/Postdoc-Research-Associate_R13057" title="https://isu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/IowaStateJobs/job/Ames-IA/Postdoc-Research-Associate_R13057"><span style="color:#0A0037">https://isu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/IowaStateJobs/job/Ames-IA/<span class="outlook-search-highlight">Postdoc</span>-Research-Associate_R13057</span></a></span><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:#1D1D1D"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">All applications submitted before Oct 25, 2023 will be reviewed together. This position will be open until filled. Please feel free to contact me at<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><a href="mailto:clu@iastate.edu" title="mailto:clu@iastate.edu"><span style="color:#0A0037">clu@iastate.edu</span></a><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>with
any question you might have.</span><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:#1D1D1D"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;mso-ligatures:none">Iowa State University</span><span style="color:#1D1D1D;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;mso-ligatures:none">Ames, IA 50010</span><span style="color:#1D1D1D;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;mso-ligatures:none">Email: <a href="mailto:clu@iastate.edu" title="mailto:clu@iastate.edu"><span style="color:#430079">clu@iastate.edu</span></a></span><span style="color:#1D1D1D;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;mso-ligatures:none">Website: <a href="https://www.clu-lab.com/" title="https://www.clu-lab.com/"><span style="color:#430079">https://www.clu-lab.com/</span></a></span><span style="color:#1D1D1D;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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