What are the responsibilities and job description for the Post Doc Fellow, Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering position at UC James L. Winkle College of Pharmacy?
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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 350,000 living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”
With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion.
Job Overview
The Terrestrial Hydrology Lab in the Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering at the University of Cincinnati is seeking a post-doctoral researcher to work on a project that focuses on global river discharge simulation and assimilation of satellite data/products from the Surface Water and Ocean Topography (SWOT) mission. This is part of a multi-year project funded by NASA. The initial appointment is for one (1) year, with possible annual renewals for another two (2) years based on performance and continued funding. The start date is immediately but is flexible between July 2025 and October 2025.
Essential Functions
Ph.D. in Hydrology, Geosciences, Water Resources, Computer Science, Statistics, or related fields required by the start date.
Required Experience
Applicants should complete our online application process by uploading a one-page cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and contact information for three (3) references.
For further information, applicants can contact the Principal Investigator: Dr. Dongmei Feng, Email: fengdi@ucmail.uc.edu. Applications will be reviewed as received and continue until the position is filled.
Compensation And Benefits
UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html.
For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu.
The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
REQ: 98330
SF:OMJ SF:RM SF:HEJ, SF:INS SF:HERC SF:DIV SF:LJN SF:IHE
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 350,000 living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”
With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion.
Job Overview
The Terrestrial Hydrology Lab in the Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering at the University of Cincinnati is seeking a post-doctoral researcher to work on a project that focuses on global river discharge simulation and assimilation of satellite data/products from the Surface Water and Ocean Topography (SWOT) mission. This is part of a multi-year project funded by NASA. The initial appointment is for one (1) year, with possible annual renewals for another two (2) years based on performance and continued funding. The start date is immediately but is flexible between July 2025 and October 2025.
Essential Functions
- Develop/implement methods using hydrological models, remote sensing, data assimilation, and machine learning techniques to simulate global river discharge
- Present research results at conferences
- Publish peer-reviewed literature
Ph.D. in Hydrology, Geosciences, Water Resources, Computer Science, Statistics, or related fields required by the start date.
Required Experience
- In-depth knowledge of specialized field, process or discipline
- May require experience with specialized software programs
- Experience in large-scale hydrologic modeling and remote sensing
- Skills in programming languages (e.g., Python, R, or FORTRAN)
- Research skills and interests in geospatial analysis (e.g., processing satellite datasets), data assimilation, and machine learning
- Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, ability to think critically, and experience in leading high-impact scientific publications
- Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.
Applicants should complete our online application process by uploading a one-page cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and contact information for three (3) references.
For further information, applicants can contact the Principal Investigator: Dr. Dongmei Feng, Email: fengdi@ucmail.uc.edu. Applications will be reviewed as received and continue until the position is filled.
Compensation And Benefits
UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.
- Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
- Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
- Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
- Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
- Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
- Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
- Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html.
For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu.
The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
REQ: 98330
SF:OMJ SF:RM SF:HEJ, SF:INS SF:HERC SF:DIV SF:LJN SF:IHE
