Postdoctoral Research Associate – Hydrodynamic (id:82050) - University of Maine

This position involves duties related to Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS) research portfolio and will support research objectives set forth by the USDA-ARS/ UMaine collaboration. Responsible for developing and running numerical models to simulate hydrodynamic processes in the marine environment. The role involves working with complex datasets, conducting numerical experiments, and interpreting model results to support a variety of applications in marine engineering, coastal management, and environmental assessment. Typical hiring range for this soft-money funded, fixed-length position is $60,000 to $70,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Complete Job Description

The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu. 

The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options. As a former NSF ADVANCE institution, the University of Maine is committed to diversity in our workforce and to dual-career couples.

UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer here.

Required:

• Ph.D. in oceanography, civil engineering, coastal engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency in numerical modeling software such as SWAN, ROMS, MIKE21, or FVCOM, and programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, or R.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience in data analysis, statistics, and mathematical modeling.
• Familiarity with GIS software and spatial data analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong sense of responsibility and initiative.

Preferred:

• Experience with grant writing.
• Enhanced knowledge of statistics and statistical analyses.
• Understanding of the tenets of sustainable aquaculture.
• Experience in project management and client interaction.

Materials must be submitted via "Apply For Position" below. You will need to create a profile and application; upload:

1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
2.) a resume/curriculum vitae
3.) contact information for three professional references

You will also need to submit the affirmative action survey, the self-identification of disability form, and the self-identification of veteran status forms. Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

Search Timeline is as follows: Updated October 11, 2023
Review of applications to begin: October 31, 2023
 

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.

In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 127 Alumni Hall, Orono, ME 04469-5754, 207-581-1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).