Hydro-Economics

Job Type
Post-Doc
Job Institution
Iowa State University
Job Description

Position Title:

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Hydro-Economics

Appointment Type:

Post Doc/Trainee

Job Description:

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

The Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering at Iowa State University is seeking applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in hydro-economics. The postdoctoral researcher will primarily work with Dr. Lu Liu on an EPA-funded research project to accelerate water reuse in small communities.


The work includes conducting technoeconomic and cost-benefit analyses for water reuse considerations. The position offers opportunities to mentor undergraduate and graduate students and to contribute to grant proposal development.
 

The successful candidate will have strong verbal and written communication skills and must be able to communicate effectively with diverse audiences. This appointment is for one year, with the possibility of extension based on performance and funding.

 

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. in water resources engineering, water resources science, environmental science, or related field.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Extensive experience in water resources and technoeconomic analysis
  • Demonstrated experience with project management
  • Proven strong publication record in peer‑reviewed scientific journals
  • Experience or strong interest in communicating scientific information to the general public
  • Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills.

 

Department/Program & College Description:

The Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering is dedicated to creating resilient buildings and bridges, safer roads, sustainable materials, innovative construction methods, clean drinking water systems, and intelligent infrastructure. Every aspect of the department’s work is focused on improving quality of life—across Iowa, throughout the nation, and around the world.

 

Department Unit/Website:

Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering – Iowa State University Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering Website

 

Proposed Start Date:

June 1, 2026

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:

June 1, 2027

 

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

 

Time Type:

Full time

 

Application Instructions:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

 

Please apply through https://isu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/IowaStateJobs/job/Ames-IA/Postdoctoral-Research-Associate---Hydro-Economics_R18781. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter

Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status, and will not be discriminated against.