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University of Montana

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Missoula, MT
Paid
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    The Numerical Terradynamic Simulation Group (NTSG) and the Geosciences Department at the University of Montana (UM) invite applications for a postdoctoral researcher to develop and apply satellite remote sensing based ecological models for estimating cropland productivity and water use. The remote sensing derived estimates of crop yields and water use will be used within a socioeconomic modeling framework to investigate how farmers allocate land and water resources in response to climate variability, economic and policy constraints.

     

    The successful candidate will be part of a NASA and USDA funded interdisciplinary team of researchers including remote sensing specialists, hydroloclimatologists, and water policy specialists developing transformative decision support tools and integrated hydro-economic models of agricultural production. The models are driven by field observations, multi-sensor satellite remote sensing of crop yields and water use, outputs from regional climate models, and socioeconomic data for Montana agricultural systems. The candidate will be expected to develop their own research within the overall project framework and will interact with Principal Investigators, other research scientists, public and private industry stakeholders. The candidate will also participate as a productive member of a larger interdisciplinary research group pioneering new ecological remote sensing applications.

     

    The duties for the position will include digital image processing and integration of multi-sensor and multi-scale satellite remote sensing and other geospatial data for mapping irrigated and non-irrigated lands, cropland vegetation phenology and water stress; application and development of remote sensing data-driven ecological models for estimating field-scale crop yields, evapotranspiration, and water use efficiency; conducting independent research, writing scientific papers and publishing in peer-reviewed scientific journals; conducting public outreach and giving oral presentations on research findings.

     

    The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its essential values of leadership, diversity, engagement and sustainability.

     

    REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

    • A PhD in environmental engineering, eco-hydrology or a related discipline
    • Demonstrated knowledge of remote sensing fundamentals, including satellite optical-infrared and microwave remote sensing
    • Understanding of numerical methods for data integration and analysis, including machine learning and optimization techniques
    • Experience in hydrologic or ecosystem process modeling
    • Digital image processing and modeling experience using Google EarthEngine, Matlab, or IDL/ENVI software environments
    • Programming ability in C/C++, R or, preferably, Python
    • Experience in both Linux and Windows environments
    • Proficiency in conducting independent scientific research and demonstrated ability to publish in the peer-reviewed scientific literature
    • Ability to communicate and interact well with others in a large interdisciplinary research group

     

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    • Experience and interest in agricultural systems and applications is also desired

     

    POSITION DETAILS

    • The successful applicant will be employed by the University of Montana on a 12-month Letter of Appointment, including competitive salary, medical/dental and retirement benefits.
    • The position is located within NTSG on the University of Montana campus in Missoula, MT.

     

     

    ABOUT UM

    The University of Montana is a unit of the Montana University System with approximately 12,000 undergraduate and graduate students and 500+ full-time faculty members. It is located in Missoula, a culturally vibrant community of about 70,000, surrounded by mountain grandeur which was recently ranked in the “top 20 best college towns with a population of less than 250,000” by the American Institute for Economic Research and ranked 9th in Outside Magazine’s “The 16 Greatest Places to Live in America” in 2014. Many national publications recognize Missoula for its high quality of life. Abundant recreational opportunities in surrounding state and national forests and nearby Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park complement a thriving intellectual atmosphere. 

     

    TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA, MISSOULA, AND THE STATE OF MONTANA, PLEASE VISIT THE LINKS BELOW.

    • University of Montana
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    • City of Missoula
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      • Missoula Area Chamber of Commerce
    • State of Montana
      • Visit Montana

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    CRIMINAL BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT. In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/VETERAN'S PREFERENCE Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. REFERENCES *References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. TESTING Individual hiring departments at UM-M may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions.

    EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY.  All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).


     

    HOW TO APPLY

    PRIORITY APPLICATION DATE: JULY 8, 2018

    Applications received by 7/8/18 will be guaranteed consideration.  Application review will begin on 7/9/18 and continue until the position is filled. 

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    Please submit the following application materials via "New Resume/CV" button below. 

    *Please note: only five (5) attachments are allowed per application. Please combine documents accordingly.

     

    • LETTER OF INTEREST – addressing the stated required skills for the position
    • DETAILED RESUME listing education and describing work experience
    • Names and contact information for THREE (3) PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES

     

    Required Skills Required Experience

  • Qualifications
    • BS degree, Engineering discipline
    • Preference given to candidates with Lean/Six Sigma certifications

     

    Note: This Job Description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.  Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by the Supervisor.  All requirements are subject to change and updates.

     

    We offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short term and long term disability insurance, 401K savings plan, paid time-off, tuition assistance and more, to meet the diverse needs of all employees and their family members.

     

    Greene, Tweed, a Federal Contractor, is an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.

     

    EOE MINORITIES/FEMALES/PROTECTED VETERANS/DISABLED

     

    NOTE: Greene, Tweed is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for employment opportunities, unless they have a written agreement for the position they are contacting us about. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at GT without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of Greene, Tweed, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Greene, Tweed as a result of the referral or through other means.

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