Postdoctoral Associate in Environmental Data Analytics

Pennsylvania State University University Park, PA Full-time Analysis

Posted on April 18, 2024

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Postdoctoral Associate in Environmental Data Analytics

The Department of Geosciences at Penn State University is announcing a Postdoctoral Associate position in data analytics for environmental and health outcomes. The successful candidate will play a central role in the DOE-funded Baltimore Urban Integrated Field Laboratory, with the opportunity to collaborate on other data analytics projects. The postdoc will be co-advised by Dr. Antonia Hadjimichael and Dr. Michael Waring (Drexel University) and is expected to work closely with collaborators from Penn State, Drexel, and Johns Hopkins, as well as other institutions.

Main responsibilities:

Analyze large datasets of air quality data, including future emission and climate scenarios, to quantify air quality exposures and health impacts and their correlations to demographics.
Analyze the impacts of alternative adaptation policies.
Help coordinate decision analysis and planning efforts across the project.
Collaborate with research partners across institutions, as well as with city partners and stakeholders.
Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present in professional meetings.

Minimum qualifications:

Must have obtained a Ph.D. in Engineering or a related discipline by appointment start date.
Experience in large data analytics and statistical methods.
Programming or mathematical modeling experience.
Strong communication and writing skills, ability to multi-task, and work in interdisciplinary environments.

Ideal candidates will also have some experience with machine learning tools and/or air quality, building science, or health outcomes.

To apply:

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter describing their interest in and qualifications for the position, as well as future career goals. Please also include a CV with a list of prior publications, and names and contact information of up to three references.

The Pennsylvania State University's College of Earth and Mineral Sciences takes an active role in building a talented, inclusive, and culturally competent workforce. We understand that our shared future is guided by basic principles of fairness, mutual respect, and commitment to each other. Applicants should provide evidence, either woven through their application materials or as a separate diversity statement, of a commitment to fostering diversity, equity, inclusive excellence, and belonging and of engagement which creates an inclusive environment in their department/workplace.

Apply online at https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/PSU_Academic/job/Penn-State-University-Park/Postdoctoral-Associate-in-Environmental-Data-Analytics_REQ_0000052950-1

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