Join IWMI's team in Uzbekistan as a National Researcher - Water Resources Management specialist to carry out hydrological modelling studies for Ferghana Valley and Aral Sea Regions. You will develop, calibrate and validate models, including the sensitivity analysis, and document the application at different spatial scales. You will also conduct data reviews, plan regional investigations and interpret watershed parameters using of Geographic Information System (GIS) applications to develop and review model inputs and outputs.
Duties and Responsibilities
Collect hydrological variables from the national and international data archives and pre-process primary data in image processing software applications. Collect and compile earth land surface datasets including rainfall, digital elevation model (DEM), watershed characteristics, soil characteristics, and land use land cover data from various satellite remote sensing archives. Calibrate and validate hydrological models for selected river basins in Central Asia. Analyze the collected datasets for computing the changes in water storage on different spatio-temporal bases and determine watershed characteristics to identify the potential water storage zones. Organize stakeholder consultations and meetings and disseminate research findings Prepare journal articles, briefs and reports; write progress reports and contribute to donor and other project reports Perform other related duties, assignments and special projectsRequirements
The successful candidate will posses the following:
PhD degree in water resources, hydrology or a related subject with three years minimum experience. A minimum of 3 years experience of working in developing hydrological models using various softwares and familiar with the models. A good record of peer reviewed publications on relevant subjects in well reputed international journals. On-the-ground experience working on water resources management solutions with farmers and water users. Experience designing and implementing approaches for data scarce environments. Experience in developing hydrological models for multiple river basins with experience in remote sensing and GIS tools. Experience in working on a diverse range of irrigation scales, and a good knowledge of irrigation design and the operation and maintenance of small, medium and large irrigation systems. Demonstrated original thinking, creativity and innovation applied to his/her discipline. Experience designing and implementing approaches for data scarce environments. Good analytical and numerical skills and the ability to process large temporal and spatial datasets in a Python environment. Ability to use advanced spatial analysis and Geographic Information Systems tools and hydrological modeling approaches for multiple scale assessments. Independent and critical scientific thought including a sound understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of spatial tools for water resource assessments at different scales. Good interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people in a multicultural and multi-disciplinary environment, with sensitivity and respect for diversity. Excellent verbal, and written communications skills in English. Good command in Russian and Uzbek language will be an asset.Benefits
TERMS OF THE APPOINTMENT
This is a nationally recruited position and only citizens of Uzbekistan are encouraged to apply. IWMI offers a competitive salary and benefits package, inclusive of health insurance, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, and long-term disability coverage. The duration of the contract will initially be for a period of 2 years with the possibility of extension based on performance and availability of funds.
TO APPLY
Apply for the position by following the application instructions at www.iwmi.org/jobs. Your application must include a copy of your curriculum vitae, a cover letter that addresses IWMI\u2019s requirements stated above, and contact information of three professional referees who may be contacted if you are short-listed for the position. We will be accepting applications through 24:00 (IST) June 19, 2022 (applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis). Receipt of all applications will be acknowledged, but only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
IWMI believes that diversity powers our innovation, contributes to our excellence, and is critical for our mission. We offer a multi-cultural, multi-color, multi-generational and multi-disciplinary working environment. We are consciously creating an inclusive organization that reflects our global character and our commitment to gender equity. We, therefore, encourage applicants from all cultures, races, ethnicities, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientations, and gender identities.
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