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Research Assistant Professor, Civil and Environmental Engineering

Position Number: 6274936
Location: Golden, CO
Position Type: Engineering - Civil and Environmental

Research Assistant Professor, Civil and Environmental Engineering

Posting Number: JR106827
Location: Colorado

Engineering a world of possibilities
The Colorado School of Mines Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering invites applications for a Research Assistant Professor (RaP) in hydrologic science. This position will lead work on high-profile NOAA funded projects to advance disturbance models and parameterizations within the National Water Model.

Responsibilities primarily include 1) developing and conducting independent research related to watershed and hydrologic disturbances, and 2) assisting in managing a research group of graduate students. Candidates should have strong expertise in machine learning, spatial data analysis, remote sensing, hydrologic and/or operational modeling.

The position will be located in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Colorado School of Mines in Golden, Colorado. The successful candidate will be offered a one-year full-time RaP, with possibility of extension. The position offers a competitive package of $70,000-$80,000 (with associated benefits), determined by the qualifications of the selected applicant balanced with budget availability and available market information. Mines provides an attractive benefits package including fully paid health and dental insurance. Part of Mines' mission is to create a family-friendly environment supported through our dependent tuition benefits, parental leave benefits, dependent care assistance plan, summer camps, and programming.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop an externally-funded research program, including collaborating with relevant faculty
Present research through written reports, conference proceedings, peer reviewed journal publications, and presentations internally and externally
Prepare or contribute to the preparation of research proposals
Mentor graduate students and projects
Assist in classroom or teaching activities if needed
Seek and allocate research funding to cover salary and other costs

Education and Experience:

PhD in civil or environmental engineering, hydrology, watershed science or related field
Minimum 2 years experience as a post-doctoral fellow or similar experience
Expertise in watershed hydrology, machine learning, spatial data analysis, and hydrologic modeling
Experience in leading and overseeing major research grants

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Programming, machine learning and statistical analysis
Hydrologic and/or watershed modeling
GIS, Google Earth Engine (GEE), or other spatial data platforms
Watershed and disturbance hydrology
Remote sensing and satellite applications
Ability to mentor undergraduate and graduate students
Proposal idea generation and proposal writing

About Mines & Golden, CO

When the world looks for answers, the world looks to Mines.

Colorado School of Mines is a top-ranked public university solving the grand challenges facing our society, particularly those related to the Earth, energy and the environment. Founded in 1874 with specialties in mining and metallurgy, Mines' scope and mission have continually expanded to meet the needs of industry and society. Today, we are the No. 38 public university in the nation, recognized for our innovation and undergraduate teaching in science, technology engineering and math (U.S. News and World Report, 2023).

Mines graduates are change makers, boundary breakers and problem solvers. Since our earliest days, a Mines education has been and continues to be a transformational opportunity, with one of the strongest returns on investment out there for talented STEM students of all backgrounds.

At the same time, Mines faculty members are pushing their fields in new directions, whether that's manufacturing, space resources, quantum engineering, carbon capture or more. Mines was recently classified as a R1 "Very High Activity" research institution by Carnegie, a notable feat for any university but particularly one of our size.

Are you looking for an inspiring, mission-driven workplace where you can contribute to solving the world's problems and educating the next generation of change makers? Are you an individual who values a diverse and inclusive community, where our different perspectives, experiences and cultures enrich the educational and work experience?

Look to Mines.

Equal Opportunity

Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequity or concerns for safety.

Annual Rate

$70,000 - $80,000

The position should have enough current funding to support it for at least the first year.

Mines takes into consideration a combination of candidate's education, training and experience as well as the position's scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required in the role, work location, and external market and internal value when determining a salary level for potential new employees.

In addition to the amazing benefits mentioned below, Mines continues to show its dedication to its employees by offering an 11% employee contribution through our Mines Defined Contribution Plan and an incredible 12% employer contribution with immediate 100% vesting for our faculty positions!

Colorado School of Mines offers a robust portfolio of benefits for all employees.

For this role, that includes:

Flexible health and dental care options

Generous sick/vacation time: 13 paid holidays per year - including a week-long winter break for entire campus.

Fully vested retirement plan on first day of employment, with generous employer contribution

Tuition benefits (6 credits per year for employees, 50 percent discount for dependents)

Free RTD Ecopass

All Mines employees also have access to discount programs through the State of Colorado and free tickets for Mines Athletics home games, as well as access to the state-of-the-art Recreation Center (fitness classes and training, swimming pool and more) and equipment rentals through the Outdoor Rec Center. We are proud to have recently opened an on campus daycare center. For more details about benefits at Mines, visit mines.edu/human-resources/benefits.

How to Apply

This posting will close on June 8th, 2025

All applications must include:

A cover letter no more than 2 pages in length outlining the candidate's suitability and motivation for the role;
Current curriculum vitae;

Contact Dorie Gelber, Human Resources, at dorie.gelber@mines.edu with any questions about this opportunity.

Background Investigation Required Prior to Start

Accommodations - It is the intent of Mines to comply with the applicable requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, and their implementation rules and regulations, in support of equal opportunities for qualified applicants with disabilities to promote diversity and inclusion at Mines. To meet this goal, Mines will make reasonable accommodations during the employment selection process and within our working environment.

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