Postdoctoral Researcher

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Job Posting Title:

Postdoctoral Researcher

Position Type:

Other Academic

Department:

LSUAM Engineering - CE - Coastal Studies (Muriel Brückner (00082113))

Work Location:

3255 Patrick F. Taylor Hall

Pay Grade:

Other Academic

Job Description:

This position is critical to the department as the incumbent is to make fundamental contributions to the next generation of eco-hydrodynamic modeling software used to study biophysical feedbacks in deltas. The incumbent will be a member of the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering and the interdisciplinary Center for Computation and Technology (CCT). 

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct research in coastal processes by modeling biophysical and ecological processes in deltas using 2-D computational models; the incumbent will develop a computationally efficient coupling approach to design model validation scenarios with data, and to assess ecosystem engineering effects on vegetation establishment in a fast-growing delta in Louisiana. - 60%

• Use software development and maintenance of open-source modeling software for https://github.com/murielbruckner/Dynamic-saltmarsh-microphytobenthos-model. - 20%

• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students, supporting research group meetings, guiding student projects, and presenting occasional seminars and classroom presentations. - 15%

• Other duties as assigned. - 5%

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, Coastal Sciences, Computational Science, Engineering, or related field.

Specific Experience: Prior experience and strong motivation to continue work in hydrodynamic modeling, sediment transport, and/or marine ecology are desirable. Prior experience in model development, scripting, and/or the use of specific software, such as Delft3D, ANUGA, and python is preferable.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, Coastal Sciences, or Computational Science.

Specific Experience:  Prior experience and strong motivation to continue work in hydrodynamic modeling, sediment transport, and/or marine ecology are desirable. Prior experience in model development, scripting, and/or the use of specific software, such as Delft3D, ANUGA, and python is preferable.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please attach three professional references and a copy of transcripts when applying. Official Transcripts required prior to hire. For questions regarding this position, please contact Dr. Muriel Bruckner at [email protected].

Posting Date:

September 17, 2025

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

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Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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