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Postdoctoral Scholar in Managed Aquifer Recharge University of California, Merced in United States

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Postdoc

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Environmental Science

Funding

Salary range listed in Table 23; reasonable estimate is $71,491 for 100% appointment. Position duration is 2 years.

Deadline

Dec 1, 2026

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United States

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University of California Merced

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Environmental Science
Agriculture
Statistical Analysis
Geography
Hydrology
Civil Engineering
Spatial Analysis
Geophysics
Earth Science
Python Programming
Sustainable Agriculture
Field Experimentation
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About this position

Harmon Lab at the University of California, Merced is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar to work on managed aquifer recharge (MAR), with a focus on characterizing, measuring, and modeling recharge processes in Central California.

The postdoc will identify prospective MAR sites using geophysical methods and help coordinate and execute farm-scale field experiments at MAR spreading basins. The role combines geophysical data collection with processing, analysis, and interpretation of field-based datasets to support research on groundwater recharge and sustainable water management.

The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary research environment connected to the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and the Earth Institute. The project brings together researchers working on sustainable agriculture, water resources, and energy-related challenges, with responsibilities spanning research planning, experimental design, field campaigns, data analysis, and communication of results.

The postdoc will also contribute to mentoring undergraduate and graduate students, preparing grant proposals, writing manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication, and presenting research at conferences and professional meetings.

Funding details

Salary range listed in Table 23; reasonable estimate is $71,491 for 100% appointment. Position duration is 2 years.

What's required

Doctoral degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Hydrology, Earth Science, or a closely related field is required. Applicants should have experience acquiring and analyzing complex geophysical datasets, including data from aerial or towed transient electromagnetic (TEM) observational systems, advanced programming and scripting experience with MATLAB and Python, experience publishing in peer-reviewed journals, presenting at technical conferences, and strong written and verbal communication skills. Preferred qualifications include bilingual Spanish-English proficiency, advanced experience with experimental methods, statistical analysis and/or data science related to soil boring and sampling, proficiency with geospatial processing software such as ArcGIS or QGIS, and knowledge of basic agricultural processes and farming operations.

How to apply

Apply through the UC Merced AP Recruit portal using the application link. Upload a current CV, and if desired, a cover letter. Complete, sign, and upload the required Authorization to Release Information form, and provide contact information for 3 references.

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