Watershed Modeler - Bayesian & ML Modeling Expert

Koniag Government Services; Remote; USD 100,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A government services provider in Annapolis, MD is seeking an experienced Watershed Modeler to support the Chesapeake Bay Program. The role involves statistical modeling, data analysis, and collaboration with scientific teams. Ideal candidates must have a PhD in environmental science or a related field, expertise in process-based modeling, and programming skills in R. The position offers a competitive salary range of $100,000 to $105,000 and includes substantial benefits. This offsite role requires quarterly site visits to the EPA office.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401K with company matching

Flexible spending accounts

Paid holidays

Three weeks paid time off

Qualifications

• PhD and professional experience in environmental science or engineering are required.
• Expertise in nutrient and sediment modeling is essential.
• Experience with Bayesian methods and machine learning is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct statistical modeling to quantify nutrient and sediment loading.
• Lead integration of nutrient sources into the Watershed Model.
• Design and evaluate enhancements to model structure.

Skills

Process-based modeling

Statistical analysis

Bayesian methods

Machine learning

Data analysis

Programming in R

Communication skills

Education

PhD in environmental science, ecology, environmental engineering, or geography

Tools

GIS

R Statistical Computing Language

Job description

A government services provider in Annapolis, MD is seeking an experienced Watershed Modeler to support the Chesapeake Bay Program. The role involves statistical modeling, data analysis, and collaboration with scientific teams. Ideal candidates must have a PhD in environmental science or a related field, expertise in process-based modeling, and programming skills in R. The position offers a competitive salary range of $100,000 to $105,000 and includes substantial benefits. This offsite role requires quarterly site visits to the EPA office.