Research Associate in Environmental Sciences

UVA Health

Posted 5 months ago

Full Time

, Virginia

In Person

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Responsibilities

The research associate will conduct research on human-fire interactions in the built environment using remote sensing, Earth system modeling, and machine learning. They will work under the supervision of Professor Huilin Huang to improve the understanding of climate-related hazards and their impacts.

Qualifications

You have a PhD in atmospheric science, geography, environmental science, computer science, or a related field, with strong Python and geospatial-data analysis experience. You demonstrated independent research ability and possess excellent communication skills required for this role.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Python

geospatial-data analysis

remote sensing

Earth system modeling

machine learning

Job Description

The EHCR Group invites applicants for a postdoctoral research associate under the supervision of Professor Huilin Huang. The EHCR Group in the Department of Environmental Sciences at the University of Virginia aims to improve understanding of climate-related hazards (wildfire, drought, flood) and their impacts on natural environments and human communities using remote sensing, Earth system modeling, and machine learning. The research associate is expected to conduct research on human-fires interactions in built environment.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: A PhD in atmospheric science, geography, environmental science, computer science, or a related discipline is required by the start date. Candidates should have strong Python and geospatial-data analysis experience, demonstrated independent research ability, and excellent communication skills.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Apply online at https://uva.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UVAJobs and search for R0077248. 

·       Attach a 1-page cover letter listing your research interests and experience

·       CV/resume

·       2 representative publications

·       Contact information for three references (name, email address, telephone number, and address).

Please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the box.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin on October 20, 2025, but the position will remain open until filled.  The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.

This is a one-year appointment; however, the appointment may be renewed for an additional two, one-year increments, contingent upon available funding and satisfactory performance.

For questions regarding this position, contact Huilin Huang, Assistant Professor, at huilin.huang@virginia.edu.

For questions regarding the application process, contact Rich Haverstrom, Academic Recruiter, at rkh6j@virginia.edu.

For more information on the benefits available to postdoctoral associates at UVA, visit postdoc.virginia.edu and hr.virginia.edu/benefits.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.

UVA Health

Based in Charlottesville, Va., UVA Health embodies the leadership and inventiveness personified by its founder, Thomas Jefferson. In 1825, Jefferson established the nation’s 10th medical school, which has since grown into a nationally renowned academic medical center. UVA Health includes a 612-bed hospital, level I trauma center, children's hospital and primary and specialty clinics throughout Central Virginia. Ranked among the best hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, UVA has doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals recognized as leaders in their fields and who make every effort to push the envelope of medicine. Search for our jobs at https://jobs.virginia.edu.
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