Postdoctoral Fellow -SoPHIE Research Group

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Working Title	Postdoctoral Fellow -SoPHIE Research Group
Position Location	Fort Collins, CO
Work Location	Position qualifies for hybrid/in-office work
Research Professional Position	Yes
Posting Number	202400326AP
Position Type	Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title	Postdoctoral Fellows
Number of Vacancies
Work Hours/Week	40
Proposed Annual Salary Range	60,000 – 65,000
Employee Benefits	Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact. For detailed benefit plan information for eligible employees, visit https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ and https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/ . For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, visit https://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/ . For more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in, visit https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/ .
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on	03/11/2024
Description of Work Unit	The Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) Department at Colorado State University (CSU) is recognized both nationally andinternationally for its education, research, service and outreach programs, and is ranked in the top 40 of such programs in the USA. The CEE Department consists of 36 tenured and tenure-track faculty, 16 research scientists/scholars, 27 researchassociates, and 11 administrative professionals. Additional information about the CEE Department can be found at http://www.engr.colostate.edu/ce/ . Fort Collins is an attractive community of approximately 170,000 located along the Colorado Front Range at the base of the Rocky Mountains, 65 miles north of Denver. The city is routinely recognized as one of the most desirable places to live in the United States. It consistently ranks high on quality of life measures by numerous publications; see https://www.fcgov.com/visitor/awards for the complete list.
Position Summary	Work in the Socio-Physical and Hazard-Integrated Environment (SoPHIE) Research group lead by Dr. Hussam Mahmoud to develop a deep learning model for extracting building and vegetation features for communities before and after wildfire events. Lead and assist in conducting research in the areas of natural disasters, damage, losses, and recovery. Support the process of submitting external proposal for funding as it relates to current research being conducted as well as future projected research direction of the SoPHIE group. Writing journal articles and conference papers and presenting the work at conferences and meetings.
Required Job Qualifications	PhD degree Civil Engineering. Experience with artificial intelligence and machine learning, deep learning, and quantum machine learning. Knowledge of low-cost IoT devices for structural damage detection. Ability and/or experience to lead individual research efforts as well as collaborate with others as part of a team. Knowledge of finite element analysis Knowledge of computational structural mechanics
Preferred Job Qualifications	Ability and/or experience to multi-task a number of research efforts simultaneously. Ability and/or experience to publish articles as lead author and as a collaborator in peer reviewed literature. Ability and/or experience to write successful proposals as part of a team. Ability and/or experience to serve on thesis committees and help mentor students on an as-needed basis.
Diversity Statement	Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties

Job Duty Category	Research
Duty/Responsibility	Utilize Google Earth’s imagery feature to obtain aerial images of different communities in the US and extract the geolocation footprint (latitude and longitude) of each structure. Use a deep learning model to train satellite and aerial images to extract building footprints and external building features. Use a deep learning model to extract high resolution vegetation data in communities. The vegetation and landscape data will be characterized based on 1) type of vegetation, 2) geospatial location, 3) density and height. Obtain building and vegetation data before and after a wildfire event or other natural disasters.
Percentage Of Time	80%

Job Duty Category	Documentation & Reporting
Duty/Responsibility	Write journal articles, conference papers, and preset the work. Support the process of submitting external proposal for funding as it relates to current research being conducted as well as future projected research direction of the SoPHIE group.
Percentage Of Time	20%

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants	Interested applicants must submit a cover letter which addresses how professional experiences align with identified required and preferred qualifications of the position, a current curriculum vitae, and the names, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
Conditions of Employment	Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License – Must have a valid driver’s license, the ability to obtain a driver’s license, or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date.
Search Contact	David Logan [email protected]
EEO Statement	Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services. The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] . The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] . The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] . Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
Background Check Policy Statement	Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

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