Alaska Glaciology Postdoc: Advance Glacier Flood Forecasts

University of Alaska; Juneau (AK); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alaska Southeast invites applications for a postdoctoral associate in glaciology for a project aimed at constraining uncertainty in glacier outburst flood models. The position is based in Juneau, Alaska, and will use hydrological modeling to improve flood forecasting and constrain future flood trajectories.

Collaboration with USGS and the National Weather Service is expected. Minimum qualifications include a PhD in glaciology, hydrology, or related field, a strong publication

Qualifications

• PhD required in glaciology, hydrology, or related field.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to present complex data clearly.
• Experience with programming and data analysis is required.
• Experience with field data collection or analysis is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monitoring efforts in the field and with data collection.
• Use hydrological modeling to improve flood forecasting and constrain future flood trajectories.
• Collaborate with partners at USGS and the National Weather Service.

Skills

Excellent communication

Programming experience

Field data acquisition/analysis

Education

PhD in glaciology, hydrology, or related field

Job description

The University of Alaska Southeast invites applications for a postdoctoral associate in glaciology for a project aimed at constraining uncertainty in glacier outburst flood models. The position is based in Juneau, Alaska, and will use hydrological modeling to improve flood forecasting and constrain future flood trajectories.

Collaboration with USGS and the National Weather Service is expected. Minimum qualifications include a PhD in glaciology, hydrology, or related field, a strong publication