The Department of Geology at the University of Maryland (UMD) invites applications for a Research track position at the Postdoctoral Associate level for research on proxy system modeling using deep learning approaches. You will join an international, creative and collaborative research group, and actively lead a 3 year NSF funded project to develop, validate and apply next generation data models for tree-ring based paleoclimate observations. Opportunities for professional development include: leading scientific manuscripts, developing an online workshop, presenting at national and international conferences, undergraduate mentoring via an NSF REU and Geology departmental capstone thesis program, and networking and collaborating across the diverse and vibrant UMD climate, earth, environmental and geographical science communities.
The successful candidate will have demonstrated capabilities in data modeling using proxy observations and machine learning and statistical methods. Experience in observational paleoclimatology, paleoclimate modeling and data assimilation, and machine learning methods and applications are desirable.
Scientific Requirements:
Ph.D. in earth, environmental, climate, paleoclimate or data science. Excellent oral and written English communications skills. Fluency in Python & PyTorch in a Linux-based scientific computing environment will be essential.
Review of applications will begin May 24, 2024. Renewable one year appointment for up to three years. Maryland, DC or Virginia residency is required.
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
To apply: Email a letter of application, including names and email addresses of three references, and attaching a current CV in pdf format, to: Michael Evans (mnevans-at-umd.edu).