Researcher in hydrological and water resources modeling

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  • Added Date: Friday, 22 December 2023
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Researcher in hydrological and water resources modeling

water security (WAT) research group

The WAT Research Group, part of the IIASA Biodiversity and Natural Resources (BNR) Program looks to recruit a motivated and talented researcher in global and regional scale hydrological and water resources modeling.

the position

The selected candidate will support development of the in-house open source hydrological and water resources model, Community Water Model (CWatM). A key focus is on setting up a high-resolution version of CWatM in several case studies within ongoing projects. This involves improvements in modules of human water use, reservoir and irrigation management, water quality, and wastewater treatment and reuse, in addition to running climate, socio-economic and policy change scenarios. Experience with existing hydrologic models and broad knowledge in scenarios modeling and climate change assessments is essential.

MAIN Tasks AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Moving and settlement allowances and paid home leave for employees in scientific and professional categories hired from international locations. The possibility to work up to 100 days per year in home office (within Austria) Assistance for newcome or as soon rs to Austria with visa, work and residency permit applications. Support finding accommodation in Austria.

Further details here.

About IIASA

IIASA is committed to a working environment that promotes equality, diversity, tolerance and inclusion within its workforce. This is reflected in our IIASA core values. We encourage qualified candidates from all religious, ethnic, and social backgrounds to apply. In the case that candidates are equally qualified, preference will be given to applicants from countries where IIASA has a Member Organization.

Further Information

For further information about this opportunity please contact Taher Kahil, WAT Research Group Leader.

For general information about working at IIASA, contact: recruitment@iiasa.ac.at

Applications

In order to apply for this opportunity, you will need to provide the following documents:

A cover letter outlining your motivation for and fit to the position, A detailed Curriculum Vitae The names, addresses (including e-mail), and telephone numbers of two work-related reference givers.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled.

Deadline for receipt of applications: until filled

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