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Post-Doctoral Research Associate - Institute for a Secure and Sustainable Environment

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The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Location
Knoxville, TN

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Postdoc
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Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution
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Post-Doctoral Research Associate - Institute for a Secure and Sustainable Environment Regular, Full-time, Pay Grade 00

The Institute for a Secure and Sustainable Environment invites applications for one full-time Post-Doctoral Research position to collaborate with our team to examine sustainability under climate changes. Candidates should have primary interest and background in data science, global change modeling, optimization, simulation, climate science or related discipline.

The Post-Doctoral Researcher will work within a dynamic research team, will be exposed to interdisciplinary research topics and will be expected to present yearly in national and international conferences. 

The position is available to start by October 1, 2022. The Post-Doctoral Researcher will report to Dr. Mingzhou Jin. This is a twelve-month appointment, renewable annually for up to two years based on performance and funds availability.

The compensation package includes a competitive salary, health benefits, career mentoring, and any required travel.



Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

    A PhD in data science, industrial engineering, management science, climate science or related disciplinePublication recordProgramming experience is preferable 
Excellent oral and written communications skills and the ability to communicate effectively are also required. Based on these qualifications, the successful candidate will be expected to:

    Have a high level of motivation, enthusiasm to learn, and the ability to work in a team.Have experience in numerical modelingPublish in peer-reviewed journals on an annual basis
The Knoxville campus of the University of Tennessee is seeking candidates who have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position has been filed. Interested individuals should submit their most recent curriculum vitae and a brief research statement, along with complete contact information for 3 professional references.



Job: Research Professional
Primary Location: US-Tennessee-knoxville
Organization: Inst Sec & Sust Envr
Schedule: Full-time
Job Posting: Jun 14, 2022, 9:22:48 PM

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Working at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Founded in 1794, the University of Tennessee is one of the nation’s oldest and most storied public universities. Based in Knoxville, Tennessee’s flagship land-grant institution includes the statewide Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute in Tullahoma. The university embodies excellence in teaching, discovery, scholarship, research, creative activity, outreach, and engagement. Known as the Volunteers, we lead with a spirit of selflessness, empathy, and courage, and strive to be champions for diversity, equity, and inclusion

UT Knoxville is a Research 1 university with 11 academic colleges and more than 900 programs of study. With an enrollment of more than 30,000 students, our academic programs are repeatedly ranked top in their class. The university co-manages Oak Ridge National Laboratory, the country’s most prominent national lab, driving innovation in advanced manufacturing and materials, national security, and more. We are closely connected with our communities through outreach and extension efforts across Tennessee and through partnerships with non-profits, corporations, and industries—regionally, nationally, and around the globe.

The city of Knoxville is nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. The modern, thriving community is surrounded by gorgeous lakes and hundreds of miles of walking, hiking, and biking trails. Situated along the banks of the Tennessee River, our beautiful features an eclectic music scene, internationally recognized festivals, unique restaurants, and a robust offering of diverse cultural activities. Knoxville is located within a day’s drive of Atlanta, Nashville, Asheville, Charlotte, Louisville, Cincinnati, Memphis, Chicago, and Washington D.C.

Knoxville and the surrounding counties have a population of more than 850,000 people. The region houses many leading corporations and organizations, including Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Pilot/Flying J, the Tennessee Valley Authority, and Regal Cinemas, along with HGTV, Food Network, and other networks owned by Discovery Inc.

As a member of the UT family, you will be surrounded by top-notch faculty, staff, and students from around the world. You will be part of a diverse campus community that is passionate about changing the world and cheering for the Vols on game day.

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