Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position

Community Surface Dynamics Modeling System (CSDMS); Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow position starting in late 2026 or early 2027. The fellow will lead innovative research in hydrologic modeling, flood forecasting, AI applications in water resources, and related areas, collaborating with faculty and graduate students in the School for Environment and Sustainability.

The appointment is for one year with potential renewal based on funding and performance.

Qualifications

• Background in hydrologic modeling or related fields.
• Interest in interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Ability to lead innovative research and collaborate with faculty and graduate students.

Responsibilities

• Lead innovative research activities and explore emerging directions in hydrology and water resources.
• Collaborate closely with faculty and graduate students to advance funded projects.

Skills

Hydrologic modeling

Flood forecasting

Artificial intelligence

Water resources planning and mgmt

Reservoir operations

S2S ensemble forecasting

Snow hydrology

LLM applications in water

Hydrologic data analysis

Job description

University of Michigan, Michigan, United States

Start reviewing process: 27 August 2026

Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position

Starting in Late 2026 or Early 2027 A new Postdoctoral Research Fellow position is available with Prof. Tiantian Yang in the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.

Researchers with backgrounds and interests in one or two of the following areas are encouraged to apply:

• Hydrologic modeling
• Flood forecasting
• Artificial intelligence
• Water resources planning and management
• Reservoir operations
• Subseasonal-to-seasonal (S2S) ensemble forecasting
• Snow hydrology, modeling, and observations
• Extreme weather and climate change
• Ensemble streamflow prediction
• Large language model (LLM) applications in water resources, hydrology, and weather forecasting
• Large-scale hydrologic data and modeling

The postdoctoral research fellow will lead innovative research activities, explore emerging research directions, and collaborate closely with faculty members and graduate students.

The position will be supported by funded research projects. The initial appointment will be for one year, with renewal based on satisfactory performance and the availability of funding.

Salary will be commensurate with experience. The successful applicant will receive a competitive benefits package, including health and dental insurance.

Of interest for:

• Terrestrial Working Group
• Hydrology Focus Research Group