Posting Details
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Posting Summary
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| Posting Number | RTF00153PO24 |
| USC Market Title | Post Doctoral Fellow |
| Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156387 |
| Business Title (Internal Title) | Post-Doctoral Fellow |
| Campus | Columbia |
| Work County | Richland |
| College/Division | College of Engineering and Computing |
| Department | CEC Civil and Environmental Engineering |
| Advertised Salary Range | Commensurate with qualifications |
| Location of Vacancy | |
| Part/Full Time | Full Time |
| Hours per Week | 40 |
| Work Schedule | Standard number of work hours per week are 37.5 hours/week; Monday – Friday; one hour for lunch. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to support the needs of the University and/or Department. |
| Type of Staff Position | Staff Research Grant (SRGP) |
| Basis | 12 months |
| Job Search Category | Post-doctoral |
About USC
| About University of South Carolina | From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. |
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| Inclusive Excellence Statement | At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees. |
Benefits for Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below
The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the About Benefits section on the Applicant Portal at uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
| South Carolina Retirement | No |
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| State Insurance Programs | Yes |
| Annual Leave | Yes |
| Sick Leave | Yes |
Position Description
| Advertised Job Summary | Under limited supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI), this individual will conduct research on the Cooperative Institute for Research to Operations in Hydrology (CIROH): ML-based Flexible Flood Inundation Mapping and Intercomparison Framework project. |
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| Required Education and Experience | Ph.D. in Civil Engineering or closely related field. |
| Preferred Qualifications | |
| Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Expertise in remote sensing, artificial intelligence, machine learning |
Job Duties
| Job Duty | Lead the Development of Data Retrieval and Image Processing Tools: Develop software tools for data retrieval and image processing to integrate heterogeneous flood mapping data sources and enhance the accuracy of flood maps. Will collaborate with the team to design and implement software solutions that efficiently retrieve and process flood mapping data from various sources. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 30 |
| Job Duty | Apply Machine Learning Techniques for Flood Inundation Mapping Optimization: Apply machine learning techniques to optimize flood inundation mapping methodologies to identify optimal flood mapping tools tailored to specific geographic and hydraulic characteristics, enhancing mapping accuracy. Analyze flood mapping data, train machine learning models, evaluate model performance, and iteratively refine mapping methodologies based on results. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 20 |
| Job Duty | Contribute to Intercomparison Experiments and Data Analysis: Participate in intercomparison experiments and analyze flood mapping data to evaluate the performance of different flood models and methodologies and identify areas for improvement. Collaborate with the research team to design experiments, analyze experimental data, and contribute to the development of standardized evaluation metrics for flood mapping accuracy. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 20 |
| Job Duty | Contribute to Research Dissemination through Paper Writing and Conference Participation:Write research papers and reports, and present findings at conferences to disseminate research findings, engage with the scientific community, and contribute to the advancement of flood mapping knowledge. Collaborate with team members to prepare manuscripts, present research findings at conferences, and actively participate in scientific discussions and knowledge sharing. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 20 |
| Job Duty | Guide Graduate Students and Contribute to Proposal Writing: Provide guidance and mentorship to graduate students involved in the research project and contribute to the writing of new research proposals to foster the development of graduate students’ research skills and contribute to the growth of the research program by securing funding for future projects. Oversee and advise graduate students on their research tasks, assist in proposal development by providing expertise, and contribute to proposal writing. Collaborate with the PI and other team members to identify funding opportunities and develop research proposals. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 10 |
Position Attributes
| Hazardous weather category | Non-Essential |
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| Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. | No |
Posting Detail Information
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
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| Desired Start Date | |
| Position End Date | |
| Job Open Date | 05/08/2024 |
| Job Close Date | 06/21/2024 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Special Instructions to Applicant | A resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Make certain to provide the following information on the application:Your Legal NameValid Email Address that you can access for at least six (6) months after the hire dateProvide Start and End Dates for All Inactive Jobs for which you are not actively employedAll information entered on your application is taken into consideration when reviewing your qualifications, etc. No assumptions are made for employment end-dates based on the next or previous job listed on the application.Applicants should be prepared to upload:Cover letterResume/CVList of references and their contact informationPositions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.We are only accepting applications submitted by June 21, 2024. |
| Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/168067 |
| EEO Statement | The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations. |
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- *Â Do you have at least a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering or closely related field?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- List of References and Contact Information
Optional Documents
- Curriculum Vitae
