Postdoctoral Research Officer in Freshwater Data Science

Applications are invited for a fixed-term, full-time Postdoctoral Research Officer in Freshwater Data Science working in the School of Ocean Sciences on the 'Reconstructing freshwater histories: Leveraging high-resolution data and machine learning for sustainable water management' project.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the development and application of advanced machine learning models to reconstruct historical freshwater dynamics using high-resolution satellite imagery. This work will involve integrating historical datasets with modern observations to identify long-term trends, uncover patterns of vulnerability and resilience, and forecast future freshwater responses to intensifying climate and land-use stressors.

Candidates should be educated to PhD level (or be near completion) in a relevant subject e.g. Earth Sciences, Hydrology, Data Science, Limnology, Glaciology or related field, or be very near completion. The successful candidate will be experienced in machine learning and data science, have experience of working with large geospatial datasets from multiple sources and be proficient in programming languages such as Matlab/R/Python.

The successful candidate will be expected to commence as soon as possible, and the post is available for a duration of 2 years.

This role will be located on campus at Menai Bridge. Through our Dynamic Working framework, there will also be the option to spend some time working remotely (although remaining in the UK) to support work life balance, which will be discussed further with candidates at interview.

Applications will also be considered to carry out this role on a part-time or job share basis.

Please click 'Apply’ button above to be redirected to our application page. Applications will only be accepted via our on-line recruitment website, jobs.bangor.ac.uk. However, in cases of access issues due to disability, paper application forms are available by telephoning 01248 383865.

Interested applicants are welcome to contact Dr Iestyn Woolway, Reader in the School of Ocean Sciences, email iestyn.woolway@bangor.ac.uk

Closing date for applications: 24 February 2025 

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