- Job ID: 36414
- Faculty/Unit: Faculty of Engineering
- Department: Civil & Environmental Engineering
- Employee Group: Non Union
- Appointment Type: Contract
- Appointment Status: Temporary Full-Time
- Start Date: 2024/08/15
- End Date: 2024/11/15
- Hours per Week: 40.00
- Hourly Rate: $21.35
About Western
With an international reputation for success, Western ranks as one of Canada’s top research-intensive universities. Our research excellence expands knowledge and drives discovery with real-world application. Western also provides an exceptional employment experience, offering competitive salaries, a wide range of employment opportunities and one of Canada’s most beautiful campuses.
About Us
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering is one of six academic units in the Faculty of Engineering. Faculty and staff in the department support and foster the educational and research pursuits of undergraduate and graduate engineering students, while providing the best student experience. The Department aspires to become one of the top Civil Engineering Departments in the world. It will do so by relentlessly pursuing excellent research, faculty profile and graduate and undergraduate education that engages students.
For more information visit: http://www.eng.uwo.ca/civil/
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Responsibilities
The Technical/Research Support 1 will be conduct multivariate statistical analysis of extreme flood events and simulate flood scenarios using advanced hydrological and hydraulic models. The incumbent will engage in effective communication and stakeholder engagement, presenting research results to the research community, insurance industry, and other key stakeholders. The incubment will also collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop resilient strategies for managing compound flooding hazards under climate change conditions.
Qualifications
Education:
– Undergraduate Degree in a related field, PhD preferred in hdrology, civil engineering or a closely related discipline.
Experience:
– 1 year of work experience supporting research in a related technical field
Skills, Abilities & Expertise:
– Familiarity with experimental design and analysis
– Detail-oriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy
– Ability to follow processes with high attention to detail
– Ability to employ a systematic and efficient approach to work
– Computer skills with the ability to learn and use software programs
– Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
– Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues, students and the public
– Ability to collect and analyze data in an objective manner
– Demonstrated ability to understand and resolve issues
– Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals
Why Western?
Western offers a broad and exciting variety of part-time and temporary employment opportunities with ample room for job exploration and growth. Within our beautiful campus, you are part of a progressive work environment that promotes work/life balance including access to our state-of-the-art recreation centre. Apply for an opportunity to be part of the Western community and contribute to its success!
Applying at Western
To ensure that your application is given full consideration, please complete all relevant sections of the application. In addition, you can choose to supplement your application with a cover letter and current resume.
Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Applicants should have oral communication skills in English.
Western Values Diversity
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.
Please Note:
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
