Postdoctoral Research Associate (Multiple Positions)

Job Summary

Are you passionate about applying cutting-edge GIS Mapping and Water Quality modeling techniques to address critical environmental challenges? Join us in an exciting initiative aimed at advancing hydrology and water quality assessment across Florida.

Job Description

We are seeking two highly motivated individuals to join our team as a Project Manager and Postdoctoral Researcher, contributing to both the scientific and operational success of a major research initiative focused on hydrology and water quality in Florida's coastal watersheds.

• Attend introductory training sessions organized by the project PI and Co-PI's.
• Integrate complex large datasets from open sources and SAS Viya, including spatial and temporal environmental, hydrology, water quality, and climate-related data.
• Lead data processing, ensuring data quality and consistency.
• Conduct water quality modeling for multiple Florida watersheds using Watershed Assessment Model (WAM), Soil and Water Assessment Tool (SWAT), Hydrological Simulation Program FORTRAN (HSPF), and/or Water Quality Analysis Simulation Program (WASP).
• Calibrate and validate models using measured surface and groundwater hydrologic and water quality data.
• Conduct scenario analysis to evaluate the impact of climate change and urbanization.
• Develop alternative modeling scenarios for evaluating the benefits of future water quality improvement stategies.
• Generate complex scenarios for evaluating the benefits of land use practices, BMPs, wetland and chemical stormwater treatment projects, etc.
• Document the results of GIS mapping, water quality modeling, hotspot identification, and scenario analysis.
• Manage the project by tracking progress, addressing delays, and coordinating team activities to ensure alignment with research goals and timelines.
• Organize meetings, prepare agendas, and maintain documentation of discussions and decisions.
• Facilitate communication among stakeholders and coordinate project tasks.
• Disseminate research findings through reports, peer-reviewed publications, and presentations at scientific conferences or workshops.
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and stakeholders.

Essential Job Duties

• Attend introductory training sessions organized by the project PI and Co-PI's.
• Integrate complex large datasets from open sources and SAS Viya, including spatial and temporal environmental, hydrology, water quality, and climate-related data.
• Lead data processing, ensuring data quality and consistency.
• Conduct water quality modeling for multiple Florida watersheds using Watershed Assessment Model (WAM), Soil and Water Assessment Tool (SWAT), Hydrological Simulation Program FORTRAN (HSPF), and/or Water Quality Analysis Simulation Program (WASP).
• Calibrate and validate models using measured surface and groundwater hydrologic and water quality data.
• Conduct scenario analysis to evaluate the impact of climate change and urbanization.
• Develop alternative modeling scenarios for evaluating the benefits of future water quality improvement stategies.
• Generate complex scenarios for evaluating the benefits of land use practices, BMPs, wetland and chemical stormwater treatment projects, etc.
• Document the results of GIS mapping, water quality modeling, hotspot identification, and scenario analysis.
• Manage the project by tracking progress, addressing delays, and coordinating team activities to ensure alignment with research goals and timelines.
• Organize meetings, prepare agendas, and maintain documentation of discussions and decisions.
• Facilitate communication among stakeholders and coordinate project tasks.
• Disseminate research findings through reports, peer-reviewed publications, and presentations at scientific conferences or workshops.
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Hydro Informatics, Hydrology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, or closely related discipline.
• Strong background in GIS mapping, water quality modeling, data analysis, and environmental modeling.
• Previous research experience in hydrology and water quality modeling, urban-coastal resiliency and climate studies.
• Familiarity with hands-on experience using project management tools and coordinating multi-person teams.
• Experience in writing proposals, assisting with or managing research activities, and preparing reports.
• Good communication skills for collaboration within an interdisciplinary team.
• Track record of publication and research presentations.

Benefits

Competitive salary with benefits.
Access to state-of-the-art computational resources.
Contribute to impactful applied research that directly benefits the community.

Application Requirements

• Cover Letter
• Research Statement
• C.V.

Application Deadline

The position is listed as "open until filled", however application received by July 31, 2025 will receive priority considerations.

About the Role

This position requires the application of interdisciplinary skills across hydrology, hydrogeology, environmental and civil engineering, and programming.

Skills

You will collaborate with a team of researchers to support model development, data analysis, and the interpretation of results to enhance understanding of water quality systems in coastal environments.

Qualifications

FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an Equal Opportunity and Equal Access employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.