Surface Water Hydrologist Researcher I or II

Overview

The Department of Watershed Sciences at Utah State University (USU) is seeking a Researcher (Hydrologist) to support an applied research project in partnership with the National Park Service (NPS). This full-time (1.0 FTE) position will focus on evaluating the accuracy and applicability of flood inundation mapping techniques in diverse and data-sparse landscapes. This is a nine-month funded position with the possibility of extension, contingent upon the availability of additional funding.

The Researcher role will be hired at either the "Researcher I" or "Researcher II" level based on the qualifications of the applicant and duties assigned.

The successful candidate will work closely with researchers from NPS, U.S. Geological Survey, and USU to assess various modeling approaches to flood inundation mapping. These include hydraulic models, non-physics-based methods like Height Above Nearest Drainage (HAND), and remote sensing techniques.

• Developing flood inundation maps using physics-based and alternative methods.
• Conducting statistical hydrologic analyses.
• Performing GIS and remote sensing analysis.
• Formulating management recommendations for flood modeling.
• Writing technical reports and peer-reviewed publications.
• Presenting research findings to government stakeholders at meetings and conferences.

Researcher I:

• Master's degree in hydrology, geomorphology, or hydraulic engineering.
• Proficiency in hydraulic modeling, coding, and GIS.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Researcher II:

• Ph.D. degree in hydrology, geomorphology, or hydraulic engineering; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in hydraulic modeling, coding, and GIS.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-2 years of post-graduate experience in a related field.
• Prior experience with flood inundation mapping.
• Experience communicating flood risk to stakeholders.

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 the Candidate Profile
• Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

Document size may not exceed 10 MB.

Advertised Salary
$45,000 - $62,000

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/Department Highlights

The Quinney College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at Utah State University emphasizes education, research, and outreach across biological, physical, and socioeconomic boundaries. The Department of Watershed Sciences studies rivers, lakes, wetlands, reservoirs, and the watersheds that feed them, with a focus on applying science to planning, management, and restoration. Utah State University is an AA/EEO employer and seeks to recruit a diverse workforce.

Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation should contact the university ADA Coordinator.

Note:

This posting reflects information available at the time of posting. For more details, refer to the official job posting on the university careers site.

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