Assistant Research Professor - Penn State University : Job Details

Assistant Research Professor position at Penn State University

Location: Penn State University Park

Type: Full-time, Term position (duration to be discussed during interview; continuation depends on university needs, performance, and funding)

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Note: Remote and hybrid work approvals are not guaranteed. For additional info, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Penn State seeks an Assistant Research Professor to join a multidisciplinary team studying Arctic environmental change. The role involves developing and applying advanced models to understand Arctic warming impacts on thermal, hydrologic, and geomorphological processes.

• Develop multiscale models of thermal and hydrologic dynamics in Arctic systems, including water flow and permafrost thaw.
• Enhance hydro-thermal process representation in the DOEs E3SM Land Model (ELM).
• Assess large-scale water storage trends in Arctic watersheds.
• Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences.

• Ph.D. in Earth sciences, hydrology, environmental engineering, climate science, or related field by start date.
• Experience with process-based hydrologic and thermal modeling.
• Familiarity with land surface or Earth system models.
• Knowledge of Arctic ecosystems, permafrost dynamics, and remote sensing is a plus.
• Proficiency in scientific programming (Python, Fortran, C++) and high-performance computing.
• Record of peer-reviewed publications and collaborative research skills.

Employment requires background checks. Penn State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible family members. For more info, visit our Benefits Page.

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