Postdoctoral Opportunity: Modeling and visualizing cyanobacteria blooms using high-frequency water quality sensors. Hancock Biological Station, Murray State University.
A postdoctoral position is currently available at Murray State University's Hancock Biological Station on Kentucky Lake near Murray, Kentucky. This person will participate in research that focuses on the use of real-time and near real-time aquatic sensors to visualize and predict indicators of Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) in streams, rivers, and reservoirs. One of the primary goals is to construct novel models and visualization tools that will convey data to a variety of users. The project builds on past and present research using long-term and real-time data sets to understand limnological patterns, particularly productivity and community structure, in a major reservoir. The participant will gain firsthand experience using sensors and data streams to model limnological phenomena. The postdoc will assist in maintaining, calibrating, and carrying out QA/QC procedures on remote aquatic sensors and data streams. There will be opportunities to develop independent research within the scope of the overall project. The postdoc position is funded through a grant from the National Science Foundation and is a collaborative research effort among faculty and staff at Murray State University, the University of Kentucky, and Marshall University. Applicants must have received a doctoral degree in aquatic ecology, environmental science/engineering, computer science, or related field. Experience with Julia, R, Python, and/or C++ is highly desired as well as experience with data visualization tools. The initial appointment is for twelve months and may be renewed for a second year. The participant will receive a $47,500 stipend plus fringe benefits. Support will be available for publication costs and travel to present research at scientific conferences. The preferred start date is March 2017. The position will remain open until filled. Murray State University endorses the intent of all federal and state laws created to prohibit discrimination. Murray State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability in employment, admissions, or the provision of services. To Apply: Send a letter of application including career goals, a current resume/CV, names and email addresses of two references, and an official transcript issued by a Registrar's Office (include recent course work and grades) to David S. White [email protected]. For questions, send an email to or call David S. White Director, Hancock Biological Station 561 Emma Drive Murray, KY 42071 (270) 809-2272
