PhD Position in Hydrology, Water Quality, and Decision Support Systems at University of Florida University of Florida in United States

The University of Florida's Department of Soil, Water, and Ecosystem Sciences is offering a PhD student position in the Hydrology and Water Quality Lab, led by Assistant Professor Golmar Golmohammadi. The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary research group at the Range Cattle Research & Education Center (RCREC), focusing on the development of next-generation decision support systems (DSS) for sustainable water resources management.

This research opportunity centers on the application and development of physically based hydrologic and water-quality models, as well as optimization techniques, to support decision-making at both field and watershed scales. The work will have a strong emphasis on agricultural systems, best management practices (BMPs), scenario analysis, and the creation of stakeholder-oriented DSS tools. The project is ideal for students interested in hydrology, water quality, environmental modeling, and the integration of AI/ML and remote sensing technologies in environmental systems.

Preferred candidates will have experience in hydrologic and/or water-quality modeling, AI/ML applications for environmental systems, remote sensing, geospatial data analysis, and programming (Python, MATLAB, FORTRAN). Applicants must currently reside in the United States and possess a Master’s degree from a reputable U.S. institution in agricultural engineering, soil science, environmental science, hydrology, or a related field.

To apply, send your CV and transcripts to Dr. Golmar Golmohammadi at [email protected]. The position is set to begin in Fall 2026. For more information, visit the supervisor's LinkedIn profile.