Post-Doctoral Associate - Resilient Infrastructure Systems

Post-Doctoral Associate - Resilient Infrastructure Systems

We are seeking a Post-Doctoral Associate to work on grant‑funded research projects for a period of 1 year, with the possibility of additional employment depending on project needs.

Position Number: G/R18414P

Working Title: Post-Doctoral Associate - Resilient Infrastructure Systems

Department: ENGR-Resilient Infrast Systems

Employment Type: Full-time, Exempt

Salary: $56,000-$63,000

Anticipated

Start Date:

09/01/2022

Location: Athens, Georgia

The College of Engineering wishes to appoint a Post‑Doctoral Associate to work on grant funded research projects for a period of 1 year with additional employment dependent on the needs of the project. In this role they will work under the direct supervision of Dr. Brian Bledsoe, Professor and Director of the Institute for Resilient Infrastructure Systems (IRIS), at the College of Engineering’s School of Environmental, Civil, Agricultural and Mechanical Engineering.

The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team of scientists at the University of Georgia who are engaged in cooperative research projects in IRIS.

• Model and monitor storm‑water and floodplain systems, natural infrastructure, and water quantity and quality in mixed land use watersheds (25% of time).
• Inform and participate in the development of communication and outreach materials (20% of time).
• Assist in the development of design guidance for natural infrastructure systems (15% of time).
• Support the development and delivery of short course, undergraduate, and graduate curricular materials centered on natural infrastructure and Engineering With Nature (15% of time).
• Co‑author journal manuscripts and research reports for project sponsors and oral presentations of research to sponsors and at scientific meetings (15% of time).
• Communicate regularly and in a timely fashion with the PI regarding research and other issues relevant to the operation of coastal laboratories (10% of time).

• PhD in hydrology, water resources engineering, coastal engineering, or related field.
• Demonstrated high level of expertise in hydrodynamic modeling, storm‑water management, and field monitoring techniques and tools.
• Capacity to conceptualize and implement high quality/high impact engineering research projects.
• Professional Engineer licensure desirable.

Background investigation required and may include a pre‑employment drug test for positions with high‑risk responsibilities.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).

The University System of Georgia is comprised of 25 institutions of higher education and learning. The Core Values of the System are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect.

Recruitment Contact:
Brian Bledsoe (bbledsoe, 706‑542‑7249)

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Portfolio
• List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents

• Unofficial Transcripts