Appointment Type:
Post Doc/Trainee

Job Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

 The MacroSystems Ecology Lab (https://www.clu-lab.com/) in the Department of Ecology, Evolution, & Organismal Biology at Iowa State University is currently accepting applications for a postdoctoral position in the field of flood and nutrient pollution prediction.

This position focuses on the fusion of deep learning and process-based hydro-ecological modeling. The chosen candidate will work closely with an interdisciplinary research team to forecast rural flood occurrences and nutrient loss from land to aquatic systems. Specific responsibilities encompass large- scale data development and analysis, enhancing hybrid models, conducting simulations, evaluating models, performing uncertainty analyses, and preparing manuscripts. Collaborative support from experts in computer science, deep learning, and hydroinformatics will be provided under two ongoing NSF projects. Moreover, the selected individual will be encouraged to explore new research directions, such as participating in research proposal development. Additionally, they will assist in lab management and engage with both graduate and undergraduate students.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

 A Ph.D. degree from an accredited institution in Ecosystem Ecology, Hydrology, Biogeochemistry, Ecohydrology, Agriculture, Forestry, or related fields.

• Experience of terrestrial ecosystem modeling.

• Experience in computer programming (Python, R, MATLAB or C/C++).

• Experience in biogeochemistry or hydrology modeling.

• Experience in geospatial analysis.

• Experience in deep learning.

Proposed Start Date:
November 1, 2023

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
October 31, 2025

Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period

Time Type:
Full time

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State University is committed to fostering a workplace of belonging, where diversity is celebrated and equity is a core value. Our Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and work life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans;
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans;
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa);
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program;
• Wellbeing Program.

Original Posting Date:
October 2, 2023

Posting Close Date:
October 24, 2023

Job Requisition Number:
R13057