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Postdoctoral Research Associate in Catastrophe Modeling and Resilience Lehigh University in United States

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Postdoc

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Data Science

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Full-time postdoctoral appointment with an anticipated salary of $65,000-$70,000 plus benefits; renewal depends on performance and funding availability.

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Lehigh University

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Data Science
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
Probabilistic Modeling
Catastrophe Modeling
Model Validation
Surrogate Modeling
Grant Writing
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About this position

The Center for Catastrophe Modeling and Resilience (CAT) at Lehigh University is recruiting a postdoctoral research associate to join its expanding research activities and contribute to a new multi-university consortium. The position sits within Dr. Paolo Bocchini’s research group and centers on collaborative work in catastrophe modeling and resilience assessment.

The successful candidate will work on fundamental or applied research tied to the center’s core themes, with main topics including hazard modeling, fragility curve development, and model validation. The role emphasizes developing innovative approaches, contributing to ongoing research thrusts, and building autonomous research capability while participating in the center’s seminars, workshops, and broader academic life.

The appointment is embedded in a vibrant research environment at Lehigh University’s Center for Catastrophe Modeling and Resilience, where the postdoc will interact with faculty and contribute to multidisciplinary collaborations inside or outside Lehigh. The position also includes opportunities to publish research, present at conferences, assist with student mentorship, and contribute to grant development and proposal writing. The advertised work is on campus and part of a center with a strong track record of supporting postdoctoral career development.

Funding details

Full-time postdoctoral appointment with an anticipated salary of $65,000-$70,000 plus benefits; renewal depends on performance and funding availability.

What's required

A doctoral degree completed or near completion in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a closely related field is required at the time of application, and the degree must be completed by the start of the appointment. Applicants should have a good record of research and publications, strong communication skills, the ability to work independently to meet project objectives, deadlines, and reporting requirements, and the ability to collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams and help mentor other group members. Preferred qualifications include experience in reliability analysis, regional risk assessment, resilience analysis, catastrophe modeling, code development and management, data science, probabilistic modeling, and surrogate modeling.

How to apply

Apply through the Lehigh University careers portal using the application link provided. Submit a cover letter, CV, a brief earliest-start-date statement, contact information for two references, and up to three selected publications. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

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