We are now looking for a Senior Research Fellow in hydrology/hydrological modelling/digital water research to join us in Water, Energy and Environmental Engineering research unit, Faculty of Technology.
We are looking for a talented scientist with a strong background in research, project development, innovations, early career supervision and leadership with excellent knowledge on hydrological modelling and its various applications. You will work in a strong team that focuses on digitalization in hydrology, water research and management using and developing different types of modelling approaches in hydrology. We encourage visionary researchers with different backgrounds and experiences to apply.
Water, Energy and Environmental Engineering research unit, at the Faculty of Technology, carries out research on land, water and energy systems and their interaction. Climate change, environmental degradation and energy transition are societal challenges motivating research to find sustainable solutions. Our water research team has 70 researchers in 4 research groups with a strong focus on various aspects of water engineering, including hydrological modelling, cold climate hydrology, hydrological process studies, groundwater research, water quality, water management, water supply, treatment, and protection. In hydrology, the research includes studies at our research stations and super sites in the Finnish Arctic with a unique and developing infrastructure. We are active in interdisciplinary studies in Finland and different regions abroad, with studies on climate, land, energy and water analysis, modelling and management. We lead a large scale and long-term Finnish research and impact Flagship on Digital Waters to which this position is linked.
What we offer
We offer you an interesting and versatile position being part of a large digital water research cluster. You will be part of a strong group in water and hydrological research in Finland and you have the possibility to develop professionally with the help of an experienced and enthusiastic team. As a starting package, we plan to link PhDs and/or postdoctoral researchers to the position to support your research activities and career development. You will also have access to our unique infrastructure where new studies can be initiated in collaboration with our team members.
Salary
The position is fixed-term for 5 years as of 1.8.2024 or as agreed.
The salary will be based on the level 6-7 of the demand level chart for teaching and research staff of Finnish universities. In addition, a salary component based on personal work performance will be paid (maximum of 50 % of the job-specific component). Typical monthly salary for a Senior Research Fellow is 4600 – 5200 € (before taxes).
A trial period of 6 months is applied in the position.
Applications and selection process
Apply online latest on May 10th, 2024 (23:59 Finnish time).
The eligible applicants fitting best in the expected research profile may be invited to an on-site or remote interview. All applicants will be notified when the selection process is completed.
Further information
Please see the full information and how to apply on the University of Oulu application page.
