Post Doctoral Fellow: Quantitative Groundwater Hydrology, India

Organizer: International Water Management Institute

Eligibility: PhD in the field of hydrogeology/environmental/irrigation/civil engineering or a closely related water resources discipline.

Description:

The International Water Management Institute (www.cgiar.org) is a non-profit, scientific organization engaged in research and capacity building activities for developing countries. Our mission is to overcome poverty through the better management of land and water resources. Working with diverse partners and supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (www.cgiar.org), IWMI seeks to translate its research findings into actionable recommendations for policymakers, resource managers and poor rural communities. IWMI is based in Colombo, Sri Lanka and has regional offices in 12 countries in Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa. IWMI is one of the 15 research centers of the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research.

Location:

The position will be based at IWMI South Asia Regional office in Hyderabad, India and report to the Senior Hydrogeologist.

Job Purpose:

To carry out data-driven, groundwater modeling studies across a range of spatial scales and settings at various locations across South Asia to better understand groundwater processes and offer practical solutions in a multidisciplinary research environment.

Experience & Knowledge:

• Experience with numerical groundwater (flow) models, preferably in a range of settings and spatial scales
• Ability to capture and collate complex datasets and synthesize to address real-world issues
• Ability to independently design and conduct field research
• Strong analytical skills and a learning attitude
• Ability to work in team with people from different cultural and professional backgrounds
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent oral and writing skills in English
• Record of publications including in international peer reviewed journals
• Willingness to live and work in developing countries, particularly India
• Willingness to travel
• Desire to better understand the water issues confronting the poor
• Desirable
• Knowledge of soil-water or surface water hydrology principles and models
• Experience in conservative/reactive solute transport modelling
• Experience with modern software languages and code development

How to Apply:

• To apply for this post:
• Complete application form. Download from here.
• Attach your résumé.
• Attach a letter of application, which specifically addresses the selection criteria described above. Please be sure to address each criterion. Include the names and addresses of three professional referees who may be contacted if you are short-listed.
• Submit online.

If you do not receive an automatic acknowledgement email within 24 hours of sending your application, then contact: The Human Resources Office, IWMI, P.O. Box 2075, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Application deadline: 26 July 2010 – or until the position is filled

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Email address: work-at-iwmi@cgiar.org
Website : http://www.cgiar.org