Post-Doctoral Fellow, Engineering

The University of Memphis, United States

Updated: over 1 year ago
Location: Memphis, TENNESSEE
Deadline: 26 Aug 2022

Posting Information


Posting Number FAE1491
Advertised Title Post-Doctoral Fellow, Engineering
Campus Location Main Campus (Memphis, TN)
Position Number L22885
Category Full-Time Faculty
Department College of Engineering
Position Summary
Post-Doctoral Fellow – CAESER
Position Description
Applications are invited for a Post-Doctoral Fellow in the Center for Applied Earth Science and Engineering Research (CAESER) at the University of Memphis. This is a 12-month appointment with an anticipated start in Sept. 2022, with continued appointment contingent upon performance and availability of funding. Post-Doctoral Fellow will primarily focus on conceptualizing the physics of groundwater-surface water interaction between sand-bottom streams and unconsolidated aquifers within the Upper Mississippi embayment to the degree of developing funding proposals. Additionally, exploration and pursuit of their own research interests is encouraged. The Fellow will reside in the Center for Applied Earth Science and Engineering Research (CAESER), and work closely with its faculty and staff. The post-doctoral researcher will be expected to successfully submit proposals to NSF, and other relevant local, state, and federal funding sources.
Required Qualifications
•Ph.D. in Engineering or related science disciplines
•A proven track record of publications on topics related to surface water, groundwater and/or the exchange between them in leading journals
•Excellent written and oral communication skills
Applications are to be submitted via https://workforum.memphis.edu. Click on the faculty box to find the posting for the post-doctoral position in CAESER. Applications must include a single PDF document which includes a cover letter with areas of research interest that align with this position; CV with list of publications; example publications, an unofficial transcript, and names and contact information for three references. The committee will begin screening applications upon closure of the application period.
The University of Memphis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We urge all qualified applicants to apply for this position. Appointment will be based on qualifications as they relate to position requirements without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.
Minimum Position Qualifications
•Ph.D. in Engineering or related science disciplines
•A proven track record of publications on topics related to surface water, groundwater and/or the exchange between them in leading journals
•Excellent written and oral communication skills
Special Conditions
Posting Date 08/14/2022
Closing Date 08/26/2022
Open Until Screening Begins No
Hiring Range Commensurate with Education and Experience
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time: Benefits Eligible
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications are to be submitted via https://workforum.memphis.edu. Click on the faculty box to find the posting for the post-doctoral position in CAESER. Applications must include a single PDF document which includes a cover letter with areas of research interest that align with this position; CV with list of publications; example publications, an unofficial transcript, and names and contact information for three references.
Instructions to Applicant regarding references
Is this posting for UofM employees only? No

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