Postdoctoral Scholar - Watershed Simulations for Climate Resilience
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Helen Dahlke
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Postdoctoral Scholar - Watershed Simulations for Climate Resilience
in the Department of Land, Air and Water Resources, University of California, Davis
We are inviting applications for a postdoctoral scholar with expertise in watershed modeling and the use of SWAT (Soil Water Assessment Tool) and/or CalSim3 to simulate river basins in the Sierra Nevada mountain range using state of the art climate products. The position is funded by a new research effort at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory focused on Climate Resilience for National Security. The goal of the LLNL project is to develop a framework that translates climate model information into infrastructure-relevant risks. The postdoc will be responsible for:
(1) Recalibrate operational SWAT models for two major river basins (Feather, Yuba) to predict daily unmanaged river flow using new remotely sensed and ground-based snowpack products (ParBal, ASO, ARSO) and state-of-the-art evapotranspiration products (California ETa) in a multi-objective calibration;
(2) Refine spatial and temporal resolution of models to better predict climate extremes (droughts, floods) by incorporating dynamic and adaptive vegetation modeling capabilities; and
(3) Produce managed flow predictions for future climate scenarios using the CalSim 3 water resources planning model and unmanaged flows predicted with SWAT.
The successful candidate will work with an interdisciplinary team of researchers led by Dr. Helen Dahlke at the University of California, Davis and Dr. Ate Visser at Lawrence Livermore National Lab, and partners at California Department of Water Resources (Dr. Tariq Kadir) and climate and infrastructure researchers at LLNL. There will be opportunities to pursue independent lines of inquiry related to watershed responses to climate variability, and to co-author publications led by other team members. There will also be opportunities to interact with other UC Davis hydrology and climate science partners.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
PhD degree or enrolled in advanced degree program in civil engineering, water resources management, hydrology or environmental science at the time of application.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (by start date)
Strong modeling skills and experience with the Soil Water Assessment Tool and multi-objective calibration of models, the use of large climate datasets, and vegetation dynamics modeling. The candidate should have experience with modifying model input files, model calibration and analysis, synthesis, and visualization of model results as well as proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., R, Python). Research interests in watershed hydrology, hydro-climatology, and/or hydrologic modeling. Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, ability to think critically and innovatively, and experience leading scientific publications.
APPOINTMENT
The targeted start date for this position is February 1st, 2022. The initial appointment is for one year, with possible annual renewal for another two years based on performance and funding availability. This is a full- time appointment and the postdoc will be supervised by Drs. Helen Dahlke and Ate Visser.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience level and based on UC Davis salary scales: https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2021/2021-postdoc-salary-scales/t23.pdf. Generous benefits are included: https://grad.ucdavis.edu/postdoctoral-scholar-benefits.
TO APPLY
Interested individuals should include a 1-2 page cover letter outlining research experience, a current CV, and the names and contact information of three references. Letters of reference may be requested for finalists. The total duration of an individual’s postdoctoral service may not exceed five years, including postdoctoral service at other institutions.
Please send applications to Dr. Helen Dahlke (hda...@ucdavis.edu) by January 15th, 2022.
All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e. dossier service or career center) to the UC Davis policy on Confidentiality https://aadocs.ucdavis.edu/policies/apm/ucd-220/ucd-220-exhibit-b.pdf.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct
The Department and PIs are especially interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through their research, mentoring, or service.
The University of California, Davis has an excellent benefits package as well as a number of policies and programs in place to support employees as they balance work and family https://gradstudies.ucdavis.edu/resources-uc-davis-postdoctoral-scholars.
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in the Department of Land, Air and Water Resources, University of California, Davis
We are inviting applications for a postdoctoral scholar with expertise in watershed modeling and the use of SWAT (Soil Water Assessment Tool) and/or CalSim3 to simulate river basins in the Sierra Nevada mountain range using state of the art climate products. The position is funded by a new research effort at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory focused on Climate Resilience for National Security. The goal of the LLNL project is to develop a framework that translates climate model information into infrastructure-relevant risks. The postdoc will be responsible for:
(1) Recalibrate operational SWAT models for two major river basins (Feather, Yuba) to predict daily unmanaged river flow using new remotely sensed and ground-based snowpack products (ParBal, ASO, ARSO) and state-of-the-art evapotranspiration products (California ETa) in a multi-objective calibration;
(2) Refine spatial and temporal resolution of models to better predict climate extremes (droughts, floods) by incorporating dynamic and adaptive vegetation modeling capabilities; and
(3) Produce managed flow predictions for future climate scenarios using the CalSim 3 water resources planning model and unmanaged flows predicted with SWAT.
The successful candidate will work with an interdisciplinary team of researchers led by Dr. Helen Dahlke at the University of California, Davis and Dr. Ate Visser at Lawrence Livermore National Lab, and partners at California Department of Water Resources (Dr. Tariq Kadir) and climate and infrastructure researchers at LLNL. There will be opportunities to pursue independent lines of inquiry related to watershed responses to climate variability, and to co-author publications led by other team members. There will also be opportunities to interact with other UC Davis hydrology and climate science partners.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
PhD degree or enrolled in advanced degree program in civil engineering, water resources management, hydrology or environmental science at the time of application.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (by start date)
Strong modeling skills and experience with the Soil Water Assessment Tool and multi-objective calibration of models, the use of large climate datasets, and vegetation dynamics modeling. The candidate should have experience with modifying model input files, model calibration and analysis, synthesis, and visualization of model results as well as proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., R, Python). Research interests in watershed hydrology, hydro-climatology, and/or hydrologic modeling. Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, ability to think critically and innovatively, and experience leading scientific publications.
APPOINTMENT
The targeted start date for this position is February 1st, 2022. The initial appointment is for one year, with possible annual renewal for another two years based on performance and funding availability. This is a full- time appointment and the postdoc will be supervised by Drs. Helen Dahlke and Ate Visser.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience level and based on UC Davis salary scales: https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2021/2021-postdoc-salary-scales/t23.pdf. Generous benefits are included: https://grad.ucdavis.edu/postdoctoral-scholar-benefits.
TO APPLY
Interested individuals should include a 1-2 page cover letter outlining research experience, a current CV, and the names and contact information of three references. Letters of reference may be requested for finalists. The total duration of an individual’s postdoctoral service may not exceed five years, including postdoctoral service at other institutions.
Please send applications to Dr. Helen Dahlke (hda...@ucdavis.edu) by January 15th, 2022.
All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e. dossier service or career center) to the UC Davis policy on Confidentiality https://aadocs.ucdavis.edu/policies/apm/ucd-220/ucd-220-exhibit-b.pdf.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct
The Department and PIs are especially interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through their research, mentoring, or service.
The University of California, Davis has an excellent benefits package as well as a number of policies and programs in place to support employees as they balance work and family https://gradstudies.ucdavis.edu/resources-uc-davis-postdoctoral-scholars.
Dr. Helen E. Dahlke
Associate Professor in Integrated Hydrologic Sciences
Department of Land, Air and Water Resources (vice chair)
University of California, Davis
Phone: 530-302-5358
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