Josh's Water Jobs – Lecturer in Hydrogeology - Emphasis on groundwater modelling

The Water Resources and Ecosystems Department in IHE Delft conducts research and education activities that aim to support society in decisions and policy that sustain freshwater resources and ecosystems by balancing their protection, restoration, use, and development. We conduct research and provide post-graduate education and training to professionals in the fields of hydraulic engineering, hydrology/hydrogeology, and aquatic ecosystems while maintaining interdisciplinary collaborations with other departments in IHE Delft and with international partners.

The Sustainable Freshwater Resources and Ecosystems Research Group has expertise in the movement of surface water and groundwater through the landscape, the role of these flows in supporting ecosystems and the availability of these resources to society. The group enriches this expertise through research and shares it through education and training in collaboration with other research groups across the Institute and with external partners. The group is looking for motivated candidates to contribute to these activities with a focus on groundwater modelling.

Candidates should have a PhD in Hydrogeology/Groundwater Hydrology or a related field and a solid background and experience in applied groundwater modelling. Experience in groundwater data collection and analysis is required. Educational experiences in low- and middle-income countries would be an advantage.

A fluent command of English and good communication skills are required. Competency in other widely spoken languages is an advantage. It is expected that candidates will have an enthusiasm for teaching in a multicultural environment, developing research lines, and training professionals in the application of groundwater models to enhance capacity in low and middle-income countries and those in transition.

The successful candidate will hold the position of lecturer in the Water Resources and Ecosystems Department and will contribute to the MSc programme in Water and Sustainable Development (https://www.un-ihe.org/education), which includes teaching of related modules and mentoring thesis projects of MSc students. The successful candidate will also contribute to several ongoing funded projects and support local partners and students in these activities. She or he will be expected to build their own professional profile in research and capacity strengthening through project acquisition (writing proposals), scientific publications, and networking.

Responsibilities

Develop own research line in groundwater hydrology with a focus on groundwater modelling;
Coordinate, deliver, and develop teaching activities in groundwater hydraulics and modelling to
support the Engineering profile of IHE’s MSc programme, including both classroom and online teaching;
Pursue and acquire international funding for research and capacity-strengthening projects;
Co-supervise research of MSc and PhD students studying topics related to groundwater;
Develop and conduct tailor-made courses on applied groundwater modelling;

Requirements

PhD in Hydrogeology/Groundwater Hydrology or a related field with proven experience in groundwater modelling and at least two years of relevant experience;
Enthusiasm for teaching, preferably with experience at undergraduate and/or post-graduate level;
Interest in interdisciplinary research and teaching;
Sensitivity for and interest in a multicultural work environment;
Willingness to travel abroad to project countries for field work, teaching and meetings;
Demonstrated interest in research and publication on groundwater topics;
Proficiency in English, the working language at IHE Delft.

Terms of employment

The employment contract is for 1 fte – 38 hours per week.

The position is in accordance with scale 10 of the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities.

This role requires the candidate to be based in the Netherlands, Delft or willing to relocate to the country. Candidates must be prepared to carry out short-term missions abroad.

IHE Delft offers an attractive, multiple-choice employee benefits scheme, year-end bonus and generous pension scheme. The appointment implies entry into the Netherlands’ Civil Service Pension Fund (ABP). We also offer 31 days’ leave based on 38 hours working week

Information and application

Additional information can be obtained from Dr. Jochen Wenninger (j.wenninger@un-ihe.org).

IHE Delft follows an open procedure of recruitment, which respects diversity and provides equal opportunity to applicants of all backgrounds.

Applications (in English) should respond specifically to the requirements and can be sent by 24 November 2024 including curriculum vitae and motivation letter. You can upload the PDF files in the application form.

Please use the ”apply” button on the bottom of the page, applications through email will not be taken into consideration.