Post Doctoral Researcher
Post Doctoral Researcher
Employer Active
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Share
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Job Description
Overview
Dr. Huaqing Wangs lab in the Department of Landscape Architecture and Environmental Planning at Utah State University is seeking a highly motivated and talented PostDoctoral Researcher (Postdoctoral Fellow I) to join our team and contribute to an exciting P20 NIH project focused on the intersection of greenspace climate change and human health.
Dr. Huaqing Wangs lab is looking for a talented postdoctoral researcher to join a major P20 NIH project exploring the relationship between greenspace climate change and human health. The project aims to understand and mitigate the impacts of climate change on human health through the enhancement and optimization of urban greenspaces. This interdisciplinary research requires the use of PythonGIS for spatial analysis and statistical methods in R. The position is initially for one year with the potential for an additional year.
Responsibilities
- Conduct advanced research in the fields of greenspace climate change and human health.
- Utilize PythonGIS for geospatial analysis and modeling.
- Apply statistical methods in R to analyze and interpret research data.
- Collaborate with the project team on data collection fieldwork and literature reviews.
- Prepare and submit research manuscripts to peerreviewed journals.
- Present research findings at conferences and public forums.
- Assist in the development of grant proposals for project sustainability.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- A Ph.D. in Landscape Architecture City Planning Geography Public Health or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience using PythonGIS for geospatial analysis.
- Proficiency in R for statistical analysis and data visualization.
- A record of publications in the fields of greenspace and human health.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Strong organizational and project management abilities.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
Required Documents
Along with the online application please attach:
- Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Resume/CV
- Name and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile
- Cover Letter onepage cover letter detailing their interest in the position and relevant experience to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the
Candidate Profile under Documents 110 - A writing sample or publication in the greenspace and human health field (if available) to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Documents 110
- Transcripts(s) or proof of Ph.D completionto be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Documents 110
- Sample of R code and Python code illustrating programming abilities to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Documents 110
**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
Advertised Salary
ADA
Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants but not necessarily occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.
University Highlights
Founded in 1888 Utah State University is Utahs premier landgrant public service university. As an R1 research institution Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local regional and global communities. USU prepares students to be active civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a highquality and affordable education USU remains a leader in research discovery and public impact.
USU enrolls 28900 students both online and in person atlocations throughout the state. Utah States 30 locations include a main campus in Logan Utah residential campuses in Price and Blanding and six additional statewide campuses along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utahs counties.
Competing at the NCAA Division I level USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac12 Conference beginning in theseason. The Aggies longstanding tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports reflecting USUs commitment to perseverance and achievement.
Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected valued and supported. We seek to recruit hire and retain people from all walks of life who willchampion excellence in education research discovery outreach and believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be recognized our commitment to employees when they namedUtah State the best employer in Utahin 2023.Learn moreabout USU.
The university provides aDual Career Assistance Programto support careers for partners who are also seeking is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability contact the universitys ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources ator.
*updated 02/2025
Notice of Nondiscrimination
In its programs and activities including in admissions and employment Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment based on race color religion sex national origin age genetic information sexual orientation gender identity or expression disability status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by University policy Title IX or any other federal state or local law.
The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USUs nondiscrimination policies:
Executive Director of the Office of EquityMatthew PinnerDistance Education Rm.
Title IX CoordinatorCody Carmichael Distance Education Rm.
Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill Logan UT 84322
For further information regarding nondiscrimination please visit or contact:
U.S. Department of EducationOffice of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
*updated 09/2023
Employment Type
Full-Time
