Posting Details
Posting Detail Information
| Working Title | Postdoctoral Fellow – Groundwater Modeling |
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| Position Location | Fort Collins, CO |
| Work Location | Position qualifies for hybrid/in-office work |
| Research Professional Position | Yes |
| Posting Number | 202400418AP |
| Position Type | Admin Professional/ Research Professional |
| Classification Title | Postdoctoral Fellows |
| Number of Vacancies | |
| Work Hours/Week | 40 |
| Proposed Annual Salary Range | $60,000 – $65,000 |
| Employee Benefits | Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.Review our detailed benefits information here.Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here.For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator.Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in! |
| Desired Start Date | 05/01/2024 |
| Position End Date (if temporary) | |
| To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on | 04/01/2024 |
| Description of Work Unit | The Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) Department at CSU is recognized both nationally and internationally for its education, research, and service and outreach programs, and is ranked in the top 40 of such programs in the USA. The CEE Department consists of 36 tenured and tenure-track faculty, 16 research scientists/scholars, 27 research associates, and 11 administrative professionals. Additional information about the CEE Department can be found at http://www.engr.colostate.edu/ce/. This is a full time post-doctoral position located on our Fort Collins campus with a full benefits package. For more information, please visit our Human Resources website: http://www.hrs.colostate.edu/Fort Collins is an attractive community of approximately 170,000 located along the Colorado Front Range at the base of the Rocky Mountains, 65 miles north of Denver. The city is routinely recognized as one of the most desirable places to live in the United States. It consistently ranks high on quality of life measures by numerous publications; see https://www.fcgov.com/visitor/awards for the complete list. The Front Range has developed into a high-tech hub with companies such as Woodward, Hewlett-Packard Enterprise, IBM, Intel, Keysight Technologies, Broadcomm, AMD, Xilinx, Ball Aerospace, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and Northrop Grumman located in or near Fort Collins. The city offers a pleasant climate with excellent schools and abundant cultural and recreational opportunities nearby. For more information on Fort Collins, check out the City’s website: www.visitftcollins.com. |
| Position Summary | This position will involve utilizing synthetic aperture radar interferometry (InSAR) data to calibrate subsidence models for specific regions. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in enhancing our understanding of land subsidence phenomena and developing effective mitigation strategies. The main deliverable for the position will be publications on the successful implementation of the projects, as well as the code developed to complete the projects.Groundwater Modeling: The primary responsibility of this position will be to calibrate a MODFLOW groundwater flow model with subsidence data in southwest Utah. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hydrogeology, experience with MODFLOW modeling software, and proficiency in analyzing and interpreting InSAR data. Responsibilities will include data processing, model calibration, sensitivity analysis, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to support groundwater management efforts in the region. |
| Signing Bonus? | No |
| Required Job Qualifications | PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering, Hydrology, Geophysics, or a similar field;Demonstrated ability to publish in peer-reviewed journals;Proficiency with geospatial coding in python, R or a similar language;Experience working with remote sensing or groundwater data |
| Preferred Job Qualifications | Experience with groundwater modeling;Experience with InSAR processing |
| Diversity Statement | Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. |
Essential Duties
| Job Duty Category | Research |
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| Duty/Responsibility | Develop subsidence models that are calibrated/validated with existing InSAR deformation dataEvaluate model performance and sensitivityDetermine the main drivers of subsidence, and determine the effect that considering subsidence has on model output |
| Percentage Of Time | 80% |
| Job Duty Category | Documentation/Writing |
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| Duty/Responsibility | Prepare technical documentation for the methods associated with the above research.Prepare peer-reviewed publications of findings and conclusions from research. |
| Percentage Of Time | 20% |
Application Details
| Special Instructions to Applicants | Interested applicants must submit a cover letter which addresses how professional experiences align with identified required and preferred qualifications of the position, a current curriculum vitae, and the names, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact. |
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| Conditions of Employment | Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Special Requirements/Other – The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date. The Department will not sponsor a visa for this position. |
| Search Contact | Ryan Smith ryan.g.smith@colostate.edu |
| EEO Statement | Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu.The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education. |
| Background Check Policy Statement | Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so. |
References Requested
References Requested
| Minimum Requested | 3 |
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| Maximum Requested | 3 |
Supplemental Questions
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
Optional Documents
