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TTU Post Doctoral Research Associate

Position Number: 6802501
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

TTU Post Doctoral Research Associate
Lubbock
43265BR
TxPWC

Position Description
Performs specialized Post Doctoral work in the planning, conducting and/or supervision of original research. Responsible for participating in a research project associated with PhD studies and the interpretation of the results of publication. Work is performed under supervision of graduate faculty members with evaluation based on accomplishment of assigned objectives and overall effectiveness of project. May supervise research and student assistants.

Major/Essential Functions
Knowledge of modern analysis & research practices, the methods, resources, and standards thereof. Organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgement based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities. Integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solution and other outcomes. Establish and maintain effective work relationships with other employees and the public. Plan and allocate the workload of employees, providing direct training and supervision as needed. Performs specialized Post Doctoral work in the planning, conducting and/or supervision of original research. Responsible for participating in a research project associated with PhD studies and the interpretation of the results of publication. Work is performed under supervision of graduate faculty members with evaluation based on accomplishment of assigned objectives and overall effectiveness of project. Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all employees. Responsibilities include designing and executing lab scale experiments, analyzing data from various analytical techniques, and collaborating on modeling efforts to support experimental design.

Required Qualifications
PhD in area of project specialization. Knowledge of modern research practices, the methods, resources, and standards thereof. Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities. Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions and other outcomes. Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with other employees and the public. Ability to plan and allocate the workload of employees, providing direct training and supervision as needed.

This position is designated as involving access to critical infrastructure systems and/or research, as defined by Texas Executive Order GA-48. As such, candidates must successfully complete a comprehensive background check prior to employment. Employees are required to comply with all applicable state and federal regulations related to the protection of critical infrastructure. Ongoing employment is dependent upon maintaining eligibility for access and successfully passing periodic security and compliance reviews.

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering, Hydrological Sciences, or a related field by the date of hire.
Demonstrated proficiency in programming and managing large datasets.
Experience constructing, calibrating, and applying hydrologic models (e.g., MODFLOW, SWAT, SWAT+).
Strong record of publishing peer-reviewed scientific papers in hydrologic modeling.
Experience with SWAT-MODFLOW or SWAT+ with the gwflow module.
Prior experience evaluating water and land management scenarios, as well as ecohydrology and flow-biota interactions.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in collaborative, interdisciplinary research environments.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.