Postdoctoral Scholar - Western US Irrigated Agriculture and Water Stress

Postdoctoral Scholar - Western US Irrigated Agriculture and Water Stress

Location: SICCS
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 606313
Full/Part Time: Full-Time

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Job Description

Dr. Benjamin Ruddell's laboratory at Northern Arizona University seeks a postdoctoral researcher to perform research on the western water crisis, and in particular on developing a predictive understanding of the fate of western irrigated agricultural operations due to changing water availability. The work involves data science, modeling, supply chain analysis, and systems engineering theory and methods.

The postdoctoral scholar will have the opportunity to develop their research and communication skills by working with multiple large interdisciplinary NSF funded teams who are studying this problem. Desired qualifications include a PhD in Civil Engineering, Hydrology, Economics, or a related field, along with strong quantitative, data analysis, programming, visualization, and scientific writing skills.

Essential Functions

Research and Publications - 95%

• Analysis and modeling of experiments
• Research results organization and publicaiton
• Communication thereof with research team

Other - 5%

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Civil Engineering, Hydrology, Economics, or a related field
• Strong quantitative, data analysis, programming, visualization, and scientific writing skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Expertise in hydrological statistics or modeling.
• Expertise in agricultural data.
• Interdisciplinary engineering and social science expertise.
• Experience working with western US irrigators.
• Experience working with western US water resource management issues.
• Expertise in GIS programming.
• Strong track record of lead-authored academic publication in a related field.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of the use of laboratory/field instruments and tools.
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of the subject disciplines.
• Organizational and project management skills.
• Leadership, coordination, and/or supervision skills.
• Data collection, processing and analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Highly motivated to perform research in a collaborative environment.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships.
• Communicates effectively.
• Possesses strong problem solving, organizational, and analytical capabilities.
• Promotes a diverse, inclusive environment.

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Background Information

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Salary

Salary range begins at $54,779 . Annual salary commensurate with candidate's qualifications and related experience.

FLSA Status

This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and therefore will not earn overtime or compensatory time for additional time worked.

Benefits

Post-Doctoral Scholars are hired on a contract basis, renewable each fiscal year for a maximum of 4 renewals (5 years) according to terms of the Arizona Board of Regents' Conditions of Post-Doctoral Service. NAU offers an excellent benefit package to Post-Doctoral Scholars including generous health, dental and vision insurance; 10 days of vacation and 10 holidays per year; and tuition reduction for employees and qualified family members. New employees are eligible for benefits on the first day of the pay period following their enrollment, after their employment date. Employees will have 31 days from their start date to enroll in benefits. Participation in NAU retirement plans is not available to Post-Doctoral Scholars. More information on benefits at NAU is available at the NAU HR benefits page.

Learning and Development

Your career at Northern Arizona University includes the opportunity for professional development. New employee on-boarding training includes courses to be completed within the first 30 days. If your position includes the supervision of a benefit-eligible employee, we offer the NAU Supervisors Academy for you to complete within your first 2 years.

Application Deadline

July 5, 2022 at 11:59 p.m.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button on this page. You must submit your application by clicking on the "Submit" button by midnight of the application deadline. If you need assistance completing your application there are instructions available on the Human Resources website or in person in the Human Resources Department located in Building 91 on the NAU Campus - on the corner of Beaver and DuPont Streets.

If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process please contact the Office of Equity and Access at: 928-523-3312/TDD - 928-523-1006 or PO Box 4083, Flagstaff AZ 86011.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

EEO is the Law Poster and Supplements

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