PhD Student in Large-scale Hydrodynamic Modeling
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | Posted Oct 11, 2024
Deadline: Dec 10, 2024
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Graduate Student Position in Climate Risk Assessment at UNC Chapel Hill
The UNC Flood Hazards Lab is in search of up to two graduate students to work on topics related to flood hazard modeling and climate risk assessment at large scales. Students will be engaged in projects that develop and apply hydrodynamic models to simulate compound flooding, test novel frameworks to stochastically simulate extreme weather events, and leverage GeoAI to improve flood hazard prediction and exposure assessments. Project results will support community and state-level needs. Students will have the opportunity to work closely on collaborative projects with researchers as part of a large interdisciplinary team through NOAA’s Climate Adaptation Partnerships – Carolinas Collaborative (C3HE).
Successful applicants will have obtained a degree in engineering, applied math, geological sciences, environmental sciences, or related field. Coding proficiency with Matlab, Python or R is required, and prior experience utilizing high performance computing (HPC) resources is preferred, but not required. Previous coursework in one or more of: statistical methods, probabilistic design, differential equations, hydrology/hydraulics, and/or fluid mechanics is expected. Ability to demonstrate prior experience conducting independent research or work experience beyond the bachelor’s degree is highly encouraged. Candidates who have previously built or calibrated hydrologic or hydraulic models will be given preference during review.
As a graduate student at UNC Chapel Hill, you will join a vibrant academic community within the Department of Earth, Marine and Environmental Sciences (EMES). EMES fosters a rich interdisciplinary learning community predicated on the open exchange of ideas and diverse ways of knowing across all labs and at all levels (from undergraduates to faculty). In addition, EMES provides graduate students with access to unique institutional resources, like the Institute for Marine Sciences in Morehead City, NC.
If you are interested in this position, please send a copy of your CV, a short (less than one page) statement of interest, and an unofficial transcript to email hidden; JavaScript is required, or submit an application directly through the graduate school: https://applynow.unc.edu/apply/ The deadline to be considered for department funding is December 10, but applications will continue to be reviewed after that date and the position(s) will remain open until filled.