Remote Senior Hydrology Modeler

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Urbana (IL); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign's Illinois State Water Survey seeks a Visiting Senior Scientific Specialist in Hydrology to conduct advanced hydrogeologic research and model aquifer responses to stressors. You will present results to technical and non-technical stakeholders and help define capture zones for community water supplies.

The role emphasizes Python-based modeling with FloPy and MODFLOW, data integration, and dissemination of methods through trainings and reports.

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Hydrology, Hydrogeology, Water Resources, Earth Sciences, Civil Engineering, or closely related field.
• 1–3 years using Python for data analysis and visualization.
• 1–3 years using MODFLOW for groundwater modeling.
• 1–3 years developing curriculum for and teaching courses.
• Familiarity with Git, GitHub, and Docker.

Responsibilities

• Research hydrogeologic modeling for aquifer responses to stressors.
• Develop Python interfaces between databases and groundwater models.
• Create groundwater models using Python, FloPy, and MODFLOW.
• Present results to stakeholders and scientific peers.
• Mentor junior staff and supervise students.

Skills

Effective communication

Leadership

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Master of Science in Hydrology or related field

Ph.D. in Hydrology or related field

Tools

MODFLOW

FloPy

Python

GitHub

Docker

Job description

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign's Illinois State Water Survey seeks a Visiting Senior Scientific Specialist in Hydrology to conduct advanced hydrogeologic research and model aquifer responses to stressors. You will present results to technical and non-technical stakeholders and help define capture zones for community water supplies.

The role emphasizes Python-based modeling with FloPy and MODFLOW, data integration, and dissemination of methods through trainings and reports.