Post-Doc in Social and Policy Modeling, Vermont EPSCoR Program, University of Vermont
One multi-year Post-Doctoral Research Associate Fellow position is available at the University of Vermont as part of an NSF-funded research project on Adaptation to Climate Change in the Lake Champlain Basin. We seek a post-doctoral associate with demonstrated expertise in policy and social modeling using complex adaptive systems approaches, especially agent based modeling and system dynamics modeling. The postdoctoral associate will work with interdisciplinary teams of faculty, graduate and undergraduate students, and stakeholders to develop agent based models of alternate policy, governance and social behavioral scenarios in the Lake Champlain basin.
Qualifications include a Ph.D. in Public Policy, Computer Science, Environmental Engineering, Natural Resources, or a relevant social or engineering science discipline. Experience or interest in developing and applying computational complex systems modeling approaches is also desirable. Proficiency in JAVA programming will be considered a plus.
Individuals selected will be expected to interact substantially across the project. Competitive salary and health benefits are available. Start date: August 1, 2012 or sooner. We will begin reviewing applications immediately. Questions can be directed to: epscor@uvm.edu. Additional information may be found at: http://www.uvm.edu/~epscor/new02/?q=node/30.
To apply: please send CV, names and contact information for three references, and a cover letter outlining research interests, expertise and availability to: Ms. Nora Joyal, Vermont EPSCoR Office, 528 Cook Physical Science Building, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT 05405.
