Postdoctoral Fellow

The Department of River-Coastal Science and Engineering at Tulane University is seeking applicants for a Post Doctor appointment. We are specifically seeking outstanding applicants with a background in hydraulics, hydrology, coastal hydrodynamics and numerical modeling of riverine and coastal systems. This position reports to Dr. Ehab Meselhe.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Develop and apply numerical models, perform data analysis and interpretation of dynamic riverine and coastal systems and simulation results

Write technical papers, present at meetings, workshops and technical conferences

Conduct various research tasks such as code development and customizations as needed

Participate in field data collection in support of research and modeling activities

Participate in writing proposals to generate external funding streams.

The successful candidate will be a self-motivated, results-driven professional with sound judgement, excellent interpersonal skills, and the flexibility to adjust to changing priorities in a demanding, fast-paced environment. The department expects to offer a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with a candidates skill and experience.

Required:

Ph.D. in Engineering, Geoscience, or related field is required.

Familiarity with Delft3D software suite (e.g., Delft3D 4, D-Flow FM, D-Water Quality, etc.)

Experience with numerical model development and applications either as part of graduate research or prior professional experience.

Familiarity with hydrodynamic and transport processes in riverine and coastal areas.

Scripting and programming skills (e.g., MATLAB, Python, R, etc.)

Preferred:

Experience with numerical simulations in riverine and coastal areas (e.g., compound flooding, storm surge, salinity, sediment transport, morphology, water quality, etc.)

Experience with High-Performance Computing (HPC)