---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: CLIMLIST <[email protected]> Date: Wed, Aug 3, 2011 at 1:31 PM Subject: Vacancy: Hydroclimatologist at the University of South Carolina (USA) Origin: CARBONE, GREG <[email protected]>
The Carolinas Integrated Sciences and Assessments <http://www.cisa.sc.edu/> group is offering a position for a research associate in the area of hydroclimatology. Responsibilities will include data collection and analysis of past climate and hydrology records, and processing of statistically and dynamically downscaled general circulation model output for the region. The candidate should have experience and interest in examining hydrologic extremes such as floods and droughts with commensurate statistical background to address these issues. Minimum qualifications: M.S. in atmospheric science, geography, meteorology, or a closely related field, and at least three years experience in hydroclimatology. Strong computing skills (e.g. Unix, Python, Fortran, R, Matlab), and strong statistical and mathematical skills are required. Strong communication skills, including excellent command of spoken and written English is essential. Preferred qualifications: A PhD in atmospheric science, geography, meteorology, or a closely related field, with an emphasis on hydroclimatology. Experience working with large data sets in netCDF format. Familiarity with the climate of the southeastern United States. Experience with downscaling general circulation model output and with hydrological modeling. The position is for one year, preferably starting September 15, 2011, with continuation through a second year based on satisfactory performance. Applicants must submit materials online at <https://uscjobs.sc.edu/** applicants/jsp/shared/**frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=**1312299552070<https://uscjobs.sc.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1312299552070>> (click on "Search Postings," and search for Geography Department), including a letter of intent and a CV with 3 references. For additional information, please contact <[email protected]>. Closing date: 31 August 2011 Greg Carbone Professor Department of Geography University of South Carolina Columbia, SC 29208 Phone: 803.777.0682 Fax: 803.777.4972 [email protected] -- Katherine Klink Dept of Geography Univ of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN 55455 [email protected] phone (direct): 612-625-3452 http://www.geog.umn.edu/people/profile.php?UID=klink
