Research Engineer - 530378

The University of Alabama • Tuscaloosa, AL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Research Engineer uses fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of a particular field of specialization to perform varied scientific research requiring application and adaptation of established techniques, procedures, and criteria. Evaluates, selects, and applies standard scientific techniques, procedures, and criteria to accomplish a variety of research assignments. Performs various research projects to include conducting experiments, writing research proposals, writing technical papers and research reports. The Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering Department at The University of Alabama is seeking a Research Engineer. This position conducts research in hydrology modeling and data analyses of hydrologic processes. Evaluates and develops next-generation (eco)hydrologic models. Generates new scientific insights into hydrologic responses and their drivers during climate extremes. Contributes to research proposal writing, mentoring, and collaborating with other PhD students and postdoctoral researchers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of research experience; OR master's degree and some research experience
• Modeling and data analytics experiences are required for developing simulation codes and for conducting data analysis
• Superlative ability to articulate research objectives and hypotheses
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Excellent analytical ability
• In-depth experience with at least one programming language

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. in Civil or Environmental Engineering, or related field
• Proven track record of research, including at least five first-author papers in reputable international journals
• Experience with numerical modeling and/or data analytics with big data
• Expert knowledge of hydrology

Responsibilities

• Conducting experiments
• Writing research proposals
• Writing technical papers and research reports
• Conducting research in hydrology modeling and data analyses of hydrologic processes
• Evaluating and developing next-generation (eco)hydrologic models
• Generating new scientific insights into hydrologic responses and their drivers during climate extremes
• Contributing to research proposal writing
• Mentoring
• Collaborating with other PhD students and postdoctoral researchers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level