What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Research - Computational, Mathematics, Materials: ERDC-Environmental Laboratory position at U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)?
The Environmental Laboratory (EL) is one of the seven laboratories of U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (USACE-ERDC), which is the Army Corps of Engineers' integrated research and development (R&D) organization. EL provides solutions to environmental challenges for the U.S. Army, the Department of Defense and the Nation through environmental science and engineering research and development. Researchers in EL conduct research in ecosystem science and technology, environmental resiliency, environmental sensing, ecological modeling and forecasting, risk and decision science, environmentally sustainable material, systems biology, climate change, computational chemistry, environmental chemistry and environmental security.
What will I be doing?
The Materials and Surface Science Team (MASS) is dedicated to discovering, developing, and delivering solutions to challenges faced by the Army Corps of Engineers. Under the guidance of a mentor, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills on a number of cross-cutting projects bridging the gap between computer science and AI/ML with materials science. You will learn in a multi-disciplinary environment to design and execute experiments, collect and analyze data, and publish in peer-reviewed journals.
Why should I apply?
This fellowship provides the opportunity to independently utilize your skills and engage with experts in innovative ideas to move the proposed research forward.
Where will I be located? Vicksburg, Mississippi
What is the anticipated start date?
Exact start date will be determined at the time of selection and in coordination with the selected candidate.
What is the appointment length?
This appointment is a full-time twelve-month research appointment. Appointment may be extended depending on funding availability, project assignment, program rules, and availability of the participant.
What are the provisions?
You will receive a stipend to be determined by ERDC-EL. Stipends are typically based on a participant’s academic standing, discipline, experience, and research facility location. Other provisions may include the following:
- Health Insurance Supplement (Participants are eligible to purchase health insurance through ORISE)
- Relocation Allowance
- Training and Travel Allowance
About ORISE
This program, administered by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and DoD. Participants do not enter into an employee/employer relationship with ORISE, ORAU, DoD or any other office or agency. Instead, you will be affiliated with ORISE for the administration of the appointment through the ORISE appointment letter and Terms of Appointment. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE. For more information, visit the ORISE Research Participation Program at the U.S. Department of Defense.