Scholarship Positions at the iSMART Lab: The iSMART lab at the Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, New Jersey, is offering multiple scholarship positions for postdoc and PhD researchers. The selected candidates will work on projects funded by prominent organizations such as NOAA, NASA, FEMA, USGS, and other government partners. These opportunities are part of the NOAA Cooperative Institute for Research to Operations in Hydrology (CIROH). Candidates will collaborate with a dynamic team of researchers, fostering career growth in their chosen field.
Summary Table:
| Position Type | Start Date | Funding Partners | Study Areas |
|---|---|---|---|
| PhD Researchers | Spring 2024 | NOAA, NASA, FEMA, USGS, and more | Computer Vision, Flood Sensing, FIRO, Hydrologic Modeling |
| Postdoc Researchers | Immediate | NOAA, NASA, FEMA, USGS, and more | Computer Vision, Flood Sensing, FIRO, Hydrologic Modeling |
Study Area: The scholarship positions are located at the iSMART lab in the Stevens Institute of Technology, Hoboken, New Jersey. The lab focuses on hydrology research, collaborating with various government agencies and organizations.
Scholarship Description: We are seeking highly motivated candidates with strong coding, modeling, and communication skills, supported by demonstrable achievements. The available positions are in the following fields:
- Computer Vision: Collaborate with USGS on image processing projects to measure streamflow using LSPIV or similar methods, with a focus on water resources applications.
- Flood Sensing: Contribute to the development and deployment of a low-cost sensor network to measure water levels during flood events and integrate data into hydrologic models. Experience in software and hardware development is essential.
- FIRO: Evaluate the potential of forecast-informed reservoir management in New Jersey, working closely with local partners. The tasks involve hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, precipitation forecast utilization, and reservoir management optimization.
- Hydrologic Modeling: Specialize in hydrologic modeling, with a particular focus on WRF-Hydro and the National Water Model. Knowledge of the NextGen framework is a plus, as you’ll work on various modeling tasks related to cold regions hydrology, streamflow routing, and pluvial flooding.
Eligibility: All candidates must possess strong coding, modeling, and communication skills, substantiated by tangible achievements. Specific eligibility criteria vary by position but are detailed in each project description.
Required Documents: Applicants are required to submit the following documents:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Samples of relevant authored or co-authored publications
- The names and contact information of three references
How to Apply: Please send your application package to Dr. MaRmane Temimi through this link, indicating the position type (PhD or Postdoc) and the specific project you are interested in (e.g., “PhD_FIRO”). We appreciate all expressions of interest but will only contact shortlisted candidates for interviews. The review of applications will commence immediately, and positions will remain open until filled.
Last Date: The positions will remain open until filled. Apply promptly to secure your opportunity to join our innovative research team at the iSMART Lab.
