Post Doctoral Fellow - Earth & Atmospheric Sciences

University of Houston; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Houston Earth & Atmospheric Sciences invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher working at the intersection of artificial intelligence, process-based modeling, and extreme-event science. You will develop modeling tools, evaluate scenarios, and contribute to high-impact publications.

The position emphasizes data analysis, manuscript preparation, and presenting results at scientific conferences while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams across environmental sciences and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Hydrology, Atmospheric Science, Remote Sensing, Environmental Science, CS, GIS, Earth Science, or related field.
• Strong quantitative and modeling skills, with experience in one or more of: machine learning/deep learning, process-based environmental modeling, remote sensing and geospatial data analysis.
• Strong programming skills, particularly in Python or related scientific computing environments.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research at the intersection of artificial intelligence, process-based modeling, and extreme-event science.
• Develop and apply advanced modeling approaches to investigate extreme events, such as flooding and wildfires, and assess their impacts on ecosystems, environmental systems, and human communities.
• Contribute to model development and evaluation, data analysis, manuscript preparation, and presentation of results at scientific conferences.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary research teams.

Skills

Machine learning

Deep learning

Environmental modeling

Remote sensing

Geospatial analysis

Python programming

Written and oral communication

Education

PhD in Hydrology/Atmospheric Science/Remote Sensing/Environmental Science/CS/GIS

Tools

Python

Job description

Department:Earth & Atmospheric SciencesSalary:Commensurate with Experience/Education

Description

Possesses, understands, and applies a comprehensive knowledge in area of specialization. Develops understanding and skills to allow for completion of assignments that cross fields of specialization. Develops leadership and management skills.

• 1. Receives/Reviews progress and evaluates results of experiments or projects under control or supervisory responsibility.
• 2. Recommends changes in research, testing or experimental procedures.
• 3. May be responsible for a single highly technical and complex piece of research equipment.
• 4. May review and evaluate the effectiveness of personnel.
• 5. May plan for and assign personnel to projects under control.
• 6. Operates with latitude for unreviewed action.
• 7. May receive general supervision conferring with higher levels only in unusual situations.
• 8. Performs other job-related duties as required.

Position Description

The successful candidate will conduct research at the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI), process-based modeling, and extreme-event science. The postdoctoral researcher will develop and apply advanced modeling approaches to investigate extreme events, such as flooding and wildfires, and assess their impacts on ecosystems, environmental systems, and human communities. The postdoctoral researcher will be expected to contribute to model development and evaluation, data analysis, manuscript preparation, presentation of research results at scientific conferences, and collaboration with interdisciplinary research teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• -Ph.D. in Hydrology, Atmospheric Science, Remote Sensing, Environmental Science, Computer Science, Geographic Information Science, -Earth Science, or a closely related field.
• -Strong quantitative and modeling skills, with experience in one or more of the following areas:
• --Machine learning or deep learning
• --Process-based environmental modeling
• --Remote sensing and geospatial data analysis
• -Strong programming skills, particularly in Python or related scientific computing environments.
• -Strong written and oral communication skills.

MQ: Requires singular knowledge of a specialized advanced professional discipline or the highest level of general business knowledge, normally acquired through attainment of a directly job-related terminal degree or equivalent formal training in a recognized field of specialization that is directly related to the type of work being performed. No experience is required.

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The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.