Postdoctoral Research Associate in Catastrophe Modeling and Resilience

About the role

The Center for Catastrophe Modeling and Resilience (CAT) at Lehigh University is seeking a postdoctoral research associate to join its thriving activities and contribute to a new multi‑university consortium under the supervision of center director Paolo Bocchini. The postdoc will perform collaborative research, develop innovative approaches to catastrophe modeling and resilience assessment, assist faculty in developing project proposals, and be mentored by Dr. Bocchini and other faculty to continue their career in academia, industry, or government. Position Number: S61780.

Responsibilities

• Work on fundamental or applied research in Dr. Bocchini’s research group, with the possibility of conducting multidisciplinary research inside or outside Lehigh.
• Main research topics include hazard modeling, fragility curve development, and model validation.
• Develop autonomous research.
• Engage in the research group activities.
• Participate in the life of the Center for Catastrophe Modeling and Resilience.
• In‑person work is expected.
• Assist the PI in progressing the activities of one or two research thrusts.
• Prepare and publish research findings in peer‑reviewed journals and present results at conferences.
• Assist in the mentorship of graduate and undergraduate students.
• Contribute to grant writing, including assisting in the development of proposals and identifying funding opportunities.
• Participate in center seminars, workshops, and other events, engaging with the academic community.
• Optional: Contribute to teaching responsibilities, including delivering lectures and supporting curriculum development (subject to program needs and funding agency requirements).

Requirements

• Doctoral degree completed (or near completion) in