Job Description
Operating Title
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Campus Location
Durham
Department
UNH Earth Systems Research Centers
Summary of Position
The Earth System Research Center is recruiting a postdoctoral associate to address gaps in the scientific understanding of shallow snowpacks and frozen ground with consideration of snow and vegetation interactions using remote sensing via unpiloted aerial vehicle (
UAV) and satellite platforms. The position allows the right candidate considerable opportunities for growth, the flexibility to define and pursue new research, and the ability to engage with the broader snow community. The successful candidate will work with a team of engineers, snow scientists, and forest ecologists within the
ESRC/
EOS at the University of New Hampshire
https://sites.usnh.edu/crhc/.
Posting Number
PF0927FY25
Acceptable Minimum Qualifications
The candidate should have qualifications and interests in a combination of the following topics:
· Hydrology and snow hydrology
· Remote Sensing – both UAS and Satellite-based
· Big data analytics and machine learning
Additional Preferred Qualifications
The postdoctoral researcher will be expected to be part of a well-established interdisciplinary research group and take part field collection at sites that will be up to 1.5 months in duration. We seek a candidate with an understanding of one or more of the following: winter field-based experiments, analysis, and modeling. The researcher should plan to lead publication writing and development of grant proposals. The applicant does not need to have considerable expertise in UAVs and airborne sensors, though experience in related fields and instrumentation as well as the ability to pursue a FAA UAV flying license would be considered an asset.
Skills include
· Demonstrated excellence in paper writing
· Remote Sensing Experience
· Statistical analytical background
· Scientific Programming (Python, R and Google Earth Engine)
· UAS experience
· GIS – QGIS or ArcPro experience
Salary Information
Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.
Quick Link to Posting
https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/63721Percent Time Information (FTE)
1.0
Faculty Information
Renewable (Please specify below)
If Renewable or Number of years, please specify
Up to 2 years
Type of Position
Post Doctorate
Posting Date
11/01/2024
Open Until Filled
No
Closing Date
11/11/2024
Interested Internal Candidates Exist?
No
Appointment Type
Grant Funded
This position is responsible for the supervision of
Does not supervise
Special Requirements
A background check will be required as a condition of employment.
EEO Statement
The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.
Institution Information
The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.
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