Post Doctoral Fellow - Extreme Weather and Water Resources in Arid Regions in Albuquerque, New Mexico at University of New Mexico

Post Doctoral Fellow - Extreme Weather and Water Resources in Arid RegionsPosting Number req38449
Employment Type Faculty
Faculty Type
Hiring Department SAAP Commty Regional Planning Prg (515D)
Academic Location School of Architecture and Planning
Campus: Main - Albuquerque, NM
Benefits Eligible Postdoctoral Fellows may be eligible to receive certain UNM benefits . See the Benefits home page for more information.
Position Summary

This postdoc position is focused on the intersecting andconflicting ecological and community functions of streams and constructed watersystems (e.g., acequias, dams, and stream channeling) in drylands and the rolesof both surface and groundwater in these systems during and following extremeweather events. The intent is for the post doctoral fellow to continue or begina project focused on the impacts of community water sources as a result ofweather extremes and how different management regimes can influence themultiple, intersecting, and at times conflicting management priorities.

Depending on the research interests of the postdoctoralfellow and their mentor, this may include projects such as (1) how localstreams respond to prolonged drought and the associated impacts on communityfood systems; (2) the functions of acequias or constructed water systems ashabitat for endangered aquatic species during drought; (3) how communities canrestore local water systems following wildfire and adapt them to be moreresilient to future fire; (4) hazard mitigation and climate adaptation planningfor community based water systems.

An interest in mixed-methods approaches are encouraged todocument the changing weather extremes and their impacts on the water systemand to understand current uses, values, priorities, and management practices.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. by appointment date with specialization in Extreme Weather and Water Resources in Arid Regions in Planning, Biology, Hydrology or a related discipline.
• Research expertise in Extreme Weather and Water Resources in Arid Regions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strengthof Preparation and promise of scholarship in Extreme Weather and WaterResources in Arid Regions
• Demonstratedinterest and or experience working in Indigenous nations or land grantcommunities on issues related to the scholarship field
• Demonstratedinterest or experience with community engaged research
• A demonstrated commitment to cultivate anunderstanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the successof the university's mission to serve local and global communities

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please submit CV, cover letter, research statement, and official transcripts as these will be required. If your transcripts need to be converted to US equivalency, please do so prior to hire.

Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.

For Best Consideration For best consideration, please apply by 1/5/2027. This position will remain open until filled.

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