Scientist

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Job category:

Academic Staff

Employment type:

Regular

Job profile:

Scientist I

Job summary:

The Civil and Environmental Engineering Department (CEE) is searching for a Scientist. This position will conduct computational research to characterize and model uncertainty in large-scale precipitation datasets, and to demonstrate these developments in water resources applications. The incumbent will assist principle investigators with project management, preparation and submission of project reports, and coordination of activities among research group members and outside collaborators. The incumbent will also write and publish research articles, develop grant proposals, and assist in managing routine operations of the research group, including assisting with student advising in accordance with University policies.

Key job responsibilities:

• Writes or assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding

• Collects and analyzes research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures under general supervision and limited responsibility

• Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information

• Assists with the identification of research problems and the development of research methodologies and procedures

• Serves as a main point of contact and liaison with internal and external stakeholders providing information and representing the interests of a specialized research area

• Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, and disseminates information to appropriate entities

Department:

College of Engineering, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering

Compensation:

The starting salary for the position is $65,000, but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Required qualifications:

A PhD and a minimum of 3 years of postdoctoral experience in precipitation science or a related field is required.

Preferred qualifications:

A successful candidate will have background and familiarity with all or some of the following:

• Precipitation measurement;
• Precipitation uncertainty quantification and error propagation;
• Stochastic or dynamical downscaling of climate model variables;
• Statistics, statistical software;
• Python, C++, MATLAB, or other programming language, scripting;
• High performance and high-throughput computing
• Scientific proposal writing- Hydrologic modeling

Education:

PhD required in precipitation science or related field.

How to apply:

Please click in the "Apply Now" field to start the application process. You will be asked to upload a resume and cover letter as a part of the application process. Your cover letter and resume should address how your skills, knowledge, and abilities meet the required and preferred qualifications of this role. Additional materials submitted other than your cover letter and resume will not be considered.

Contact information:

Barry Crook

Department Administrator
(608) 262-7812
barry.crook@wisc.edu

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