Postdoctoral position in coastal processes and landslides, Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego
Adam Young
The Scripps Institution of Oceanography (SIO) at UC San Diego seeks a postdoctoral researcher for a three-year funded research project to study coastal cliff erosion and landslide failure processes.
The project aims to further advance quantitative understanding of the spatial and temporal nature of cliff erosion and associated environmental drivers. The project will develop new techniques, tools, and systems to conduct coastal mapping, detect coastal change, measure coastal processes, improve data processing of large topographic datasets, and monitor landslide failure processes using in situ sensors.
The candidate is expected to conduct analysis of coastal cliff geomorphology using remote sensing (e.g. LiDAR and UAV-photogrammetry) and to apply computer science techniques for change detection in these datasets, as well as to assist with data collection in the field. The candidate is also expected to help develop new observation systems and to analyze geophysical datasets to help inform early landslide warnings.
The candidate will be located at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography in La Jolla, California, USA, and work in close collaboration with researchers and students in the Coastal Process Group (CPG) (https://siocpg.ucsd.edu/) and other research groups at SIO/UCSD. There will be ample opportunity for fieldwork as well as laboratory time engaging in processing ocean and coastal data. The successful applicant is expected to have expertise in one or more of the following areas: geomorphology, coastal processes, geology, geotechnical engineering, slope stability, computer science, GIS, remote sensing, or other relevant disciplines. Candidates with experience in landscape change detection and landslide processes are highly encouraged.
Other requirements include:
1. A PhD in a relevant field in science or engineering.
2. Research experience with contributions to refereed journal articles.
3. Ability to pursue research both independently and collaboratively.
4. Proficient coding skills (Python, Matlab, etc.).
Initial appointment will be for 12 months, renewable subject to performance. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. To apply, email Dr. Adam Young (ady...@ucsd.edu) a SINGLE PDF with a cover letter, CV, and contact information for 3 references.
Applicant screening will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. UCSD is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with strong institutional commitment to excellence and diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.