Posting Details
Posting Detail Information
| Working Title | Postdoctoral Researcher _ Water Quality Modeling in Hydrologic Systems |
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| Position Location | Fort Collins, CO |
| Work Location | Position is fully in-office/in-person |
| Research Professional Position | Yes |
| Posting Number | 202401444AP |
| Position Type | Admin Professional/ Research Professional |
| Classification Title | Postdoctoral Fellows |
| Number of Vacancies | |
| Work Hours/Week | 40 |
| Proposed Annual Salary Range | $57,000 – $60,000 |
| 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 | 11/01/2024 |
| Position End Date (if temporary) | 10/31/2025 |
| To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on | 08/26/2024 |
| Description of Work Unit | Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.The 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/. |
| Position Summary | The Bailey Groundwater Resources Lab (https://ryanthomasbailey.wixsite.com/ryan-bailey-groundwa) in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Colorado State University (CSU) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position in the field of water quality modeling in hydrologic systems. The postdoctoral scholar will work on multiple projects, funded by the USDA-ARS, USDA-NIFA, and Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) for simulating the fate and transport of salinity, selenium, and phosphorus in watersheds of varying types and regions within Colorado and the United States. The post-doc will have opportunities to collaborate with graduate students in the Groundwater Resources Lab and research groups at the USDA-ARS. The post-doc will also have opportunities to present at national conferences and publish project results in appropriate journals. The successful candidate will have experience in hydrologic modeling (both watershed modeling and groundwater modeling), water quality modeling, Python programming, Fortran programming, and publishing high-impact journal articles. We are seeking an independent researcher with strong communication skills and ability to work in a highly collaborative interdisciplinary team. |
| Required Job Qualifications | The candidate must have a Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering, Hydrologic Sciences, or related field.The candidate must have experience with the hydrologic model SWAT (or SWAT+) and the groundwater flow model MODFLOW.The candidate must have extensive experience in Python programming.The candidate must have strong oral and written communication skills and have published in respectable water resources journals. |
| Preferred Job Qualifications | Experience with preparing Python scripts for model pre- and post-processing.Experience with linking (and/or coupling) surface and subsurface hydrologic models. |
| 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 | Laboratory Work |
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| Duty/Responsibility | The post doc will calibrate and test multiple water quality models for the fate and transport of salinity, selenium, and phosphorus in watershed systems across Colorado and the United States.The post doc will then apply these models to scenario analysis.The post doc will help mentor graduate students in water quality modeling applications. |
| Percentage Of Time | 70% |
| Job Duty Category | Writing |
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| Duty/Responsibility | The post doc will be expected to write multiple journal articles for publication in peer-reviewed journals.Additionally, proposal writing is expected for continuation of funding. |
| Percentage Of Time | 30% |
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 CV or resume, and the names, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. If you have questions, please contact david.logan@colostate.edu.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.Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. |
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| Conditions of Employment | Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires) |
| Search Contact | David Logan, david.logan@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
- Resume or CV
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