Assistant Research Professor, Ecohydrologist

Las Vegas, NV - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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Job Description

The Desert Research Institutes (DRIs) Division of Hydrologic Sciences seeks an Assistant Research Professor of Ecohydrology. This position will support ongoing programs at DRI to develop analyze and identify key linkages between climate water and vegetation change across the western U.S. and other arid and semi-arid regions. Candidates possessing skills in the development and application of software to process gridded weather and climate data analyze satellite remote sensing data process and analyze hydrologic sensor data produce machine learning models and use of industry standard software and software development tools and protocols are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional responsibilities include participating in writing competitive research grants manuscripts and mentoring. The successful candidate will support ongoing and new programs at DRI related to groundwater dependent ecosystems surface and groundwater interactions rangeland systems water resource planning and water use accounting in the western U.S. and other arid and semi-arid regions. Candidates that have strong programming skills and who use ecohydrologic field data large remote sensing and climate datasets for assessing surface-groundwater interactions vegetation evapotranspiration and drought conditions are strongly encouraged to apply. This position is based in Reno NV and can be 100% remote.

Required Experience/Education

Ph.D. in Hydrology Ecology Engineering or related field from an accredited institution
Expertise and strong evidence of advanced skills in satellite remote sensing data science and management of large spatiotemporal datasets
Strong evidence in using R and Python programming languages
Experience in developing and applying machine learning models
Advanced skills using GIS software (e.g. ArcGIS QGIS GDAL)
Effective verbal written and interpersonal skills
Evidence of collaborative development or leading research proposals
Evidence of collaborative research and working in a group setting
Experience in leading projects and working to fulfill project goals and meet project deadlines
Ability to effectively summarize research findings to sponsors in the form of professional reports and presentations
Ability to lead and publish peer reviewed publications

Preferred Experience

Research focused on river systems groundwater dependent ecosystems surface and groundwater interactions and rangelands
Use of satellite remote sensing and spatial climate data together within statistical frameworks
Evidence of working across scales from field-based ecohydrologic measurements to remotely sensed data analysis for quantitative analysis modeling and process understanding
Extensive experience using Google Earth Engine (JavaScript and Python APIs)
Evidence of strong leadership and mentorship skills
Evidence leading stakeholder engagement outreach and trainings on the application of research results using web applications and other software tools
Experience communicating and working directly with government agencies and non-profits
Experience developing web applications to visualize research results
Experience developing example and tutorial software (e.g. R Markdown Jupyter Notebooks)
Experience using Google Cloud products storage buckets and Cloud Optimized Geotiffs (COGs)
Familiarity with the Climate Engine web application and APIs
Familiarity with the data needs of government agencies and non-profits for decision processes

Conditions of Employment

U.S. Citizenship required per sponsor funding requirements
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check
Valid drivers license required or ability to obtain one by date of hire
Local and regional overnight travel
Field work to remote locations may be required

Compensation/Benefits

Minimum starting salary is $95449 and is commensurate with experience and education.

DRI offers a benefits package that includes health dental vision life and long term disability insurance; including 19.25% retirement match 24 annual leave days beginning balance of 30 sick leave days 12 paid holidays educational benefits and the choice of three health insurance plans that can be supplemented with flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts. Additionally there is no state income tax and no social security deduction. This position is eligible for relocation assistance.

Organizational Summary

The Desert Research Institute (DRI) is a recognized world leader in basic and applied environmental research. Committed to scientific excellence and integrity DRI faculty students who work alongside them and staff have developed scientific knowledge and innovative technologies in research projects around the globe.

Since 1959 DRIs research has advanced scientific knowledge on topics ranging from humans impact on the environment to the environments impact on humans. DRIs impactful science and inspiring solutions support Nevadas diverse economy provide science-based educational opportunities and inform policymakers business leaders and community members.

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent

100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

Please upload the following documents in the specified section:

A cover letter detailing how your experience and professional qualifications prepare you to succeed in this role at DRI
A current curriculum vita
Contact information for three professional references who will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process based on applicant permission

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately and provide all required attachments to receive full consideration. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.

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Note to Applicant

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process based on applicant notification and permission.

Newly hired faculty and postdoctoral fellows must assure that their official transcript is submitted to the Human Resources Office within 30 calendar days from the effective date of employment. Academic degrees must have been awarded by regionally accredited institutions.

This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

As part of the hiring process applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

DRI employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. DRI only sponsors aliens applying for research faculty or postdoctoral fellow positions (J-1 or H-1B Visas).

All applicants hired by the Desert Research Institute are subject to E-Verify.

Required Experience:

Junior IC

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