Research Associate In Civil And Environmental Engineering Charlottesville
State of Virginia · Virginia
- Role
- Data scientist
- First seen
- Jul 6, 2026
- Closes
- Not listed
- Salary
- $47,500 - $90,000, commensurate with experience
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Summary
This Postdoctoral Research Associate position in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Virginia focuses on advancing the resilience of decentralized wastewater systems in rural coastal communities. The role involves developing a prototype monitoring and early warning system for septic system failures, creating decision-support tools for adaptive wastewater alternatives, and engaging with local communities and agencies on Virginia's Eastern Shore. The postdoc will conduct independent research at the intersection of environmental sensing, hydrologic modeling, data science, and community-engaged research.
Key qualifications
- Ph.D. in civil engineering, environmental engineering, hydrology, environmental science, or closely related field
- Expertise in hydrologic or groundwater modeling, particularly in coastal or shallow aquifer settings
- Environmental sensing, IoT systems, or sensor data management
- Machine learning, AI, or data-driven approaches applied to environmental systems
- Ability to conduct independent research and work collaboratively across disciplinary and community boundaries
- Experience with community-engaged or participatory research methods
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