Hydrology Research Engineer - Modeling & Data Analytics

alt= link; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 57,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama's Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering Department seeks a Research Engineer to advance hydrology modeling and data analyses of hydrologic processes.

The ideal candidate has a relevant degree with research experience, strong programming and data analytics skills, and a track record in publishing or proposals. This role involves collaborating with PhD students and postdocs, mentoring, and contributing to proposals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two years of research experience, or master's degree with some research experience.
• Experience with modeling and data analytics for developing simulation codes and data analysis.
• Strong ability to articulate research objectives and hypotheses, and ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform varied scientific research using established techniques and criteria.
• Design and conduct experiments, and write research proposals and reports.
• Develop hydrology models and analyze hydrologic data.
• Collaborate with PhD students and postdoctoral researchers on projects.

Skills

Modeling and data analytics

Analytical ability

Programming language experience

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Ph.D. in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Job description

The University of Alabama's Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering Department seeks a Research Engineer to advance hydrology modeling and data analyses of hydrologic processes.

The ideal candidate has a relevant degree with research experience, strong programming and data analytics skills, and a track record in publishing or proposals. This role involves collaborating with PhD students and postdocs, mentoring, and contributing to proposals.