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University of Louisiana at Lafayette · 7 hours ago

Post-Doctoral Associate in Coastal Resilience

positionLafayette, LA
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityMid, Senior Level
date2+ years exp

University of Louisiana at Lafayette is seeking a Post-Doctoral Associate in Coastal Resilience to lead a simulation project on the coast of Louisiana. The role involves synthesizing data, running biogeochemical models, and mentoring graduate research assistants.

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Responsibilities

Synthesize experimental data collected in the development of the project
Parameterize and run a recently developed version of ELM that represents wetlands at ecohydrological patch levels (https://doi.org/10.1029/2024MS004396 ) and publish the results
It is expected that the Post-Doctoral Associate will also participate in GRA mentoring as part of the training component of the position

Qualification

Mechanistic biogeochemical modelsE3SM Land Model (ELM)Process-based modelingScientific programmingPublishing in journalsCollaborative work

Required

Master's degree in either Earth sciences, hydrology, environmental engineering, climate science, ecology, or a related field
OR a Bachelor's degree and 2 years of relevant experience demonstrated through presentations and publications in either Earth sciences, hydrology, environmental engineering, climate science, ecology, or a related field will substitute for the Master's degree
ABD candidates are welcome
Proficiency in scientific programming (e.g., Python, Fortran, or C++) and use of high-performance computing, or at least a desire to learn and develop skills to meet the needs of the project
Demonstrated ability to publish in peer-reviewed journals and work collaboratively in a research team

Preferred

Ph.D. by the anticipated start date (Jan 1)
Strong background in process-based modeling of wetland ecosystems, particularly the C cycle
Experience with land surface or Earth system models

Benefits

Funded workshops
Conference attendance opportunities
Guided mentorship in preparing and submitting publications
Writing grant proposals and future job applications

Company

University of Louisiana at Lafayette

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The University of Louisiana at Lafayette (UL Lafayette) offers bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees.
dateFounded in 1898
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Lafayette, la, US
people-size1001-5000 employees
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http://louisiana.edu

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Funding

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Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Julia Pasch, BSChE
Vice President || Co-Founder (Ragin Cajun Sustainability Leaders)
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Micah LaCombe
Chief Technology Officer
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