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... hydrology and hydraulics, and coastal engineering. Additional information about the department can be found at: Questions about the hiring process can be directed at the search committee chair, Dr.

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for postdoctoral hydrology in the United States is $59,022.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,000.00 and $66,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Postdoctoral Hydrology job is a research-focused position for individuals who have recently earned a Ph.D. in hydrology or a related field. Postdocs typically work on projects studying water movement, distribution, and quality in natural and engineered environments. They may analyze hydrological data, develop models, and contribute to scientific publications. These positions are often temporary, lasting one to three years, and are meant to help researchers gain expertise before pursuing academic, governmental, or industry roles.

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Postdoctoral Fellow, NSF EPSCoR

Moscow, ID • On-site, Remote

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$60K/yr

Full-time

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Position Information
Internal Posting? Posting Number SP005318P Position Title Postdoctoral Fellow, NSF EPSCoR Division/College College of Agricultural & Life Sciences Department IWRRI Location Boise Posting Context Statement Position Overview
We are seeking a postdoctoral scholar to contribute to a sub-project of the NSF EPSCoR project - Idaho Community-Engaged Resilience for Energy-Water Systems (I-CREWS), which seeks to increase understanding of how physical infrastructure, data, governance, local knowledge, and community context shape resilience under meteorological, population, and technological change. The postdoc will lead data analysis and modeling on the sub-project titled "Coupled Water and Energy Consequences of Agricultural-to-Urban Transitions in the Treasure Valley".

The postdoc will combine ground-based measurements of evapotranspiration (ET) in turfgrass and satellite-based consumptive use (CU) modeling to compare outdoor water use and associated energy demand across agricultural and urban land uses. The team will (1) develop and validate locally relevant methods to estimate consumptive use across mixed urban-agricultural landscapes, (2) estimate the energy required for water system operations under different land-use and infrastructure configurations, and (3) co-produce case studies with local partners to inform alternative futures modeling and resilience planning for the Treasure Valley.
Unit URL
https://iwrri.uidaho.edu/
Position Qualifications
Required Experience
  • Experience working with quantitative analysis, modeling, or data-driven methods related to energy-water systems
  • Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, community partners, or stakeholder groups
  • Experience presenting or documenting research methods, findings, or technical information
  • Experience working with environmental or geospatial datasets, including remote sensing, flux tower or micrometeorological data, weather or climate data, or hydrologic observations
  • Experience conducting quantitative data analysis related to hydrologic systems, including statistics, time-series analysis, geospatial analysis, or model calibration and validation
  • Experience using scientific programming or data-analysis languages such as Python, R, or MATLAB to process environmental datasets and implement models
  • Evidence of scholarly activity through peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, or equivalent research outputs
Required Education
  • PhD in hydrology, civil or environmental engineering, water resources, geography, environmental science, agricultural engineering, remote sensing, or a closely related field, completed by the start date.
Required Other
  • None
Additional Preferred
  • None
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
  • None
Degree Requirement Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire
Posting Information
FLSA Status Exempt Employee Category Exempt Pay Range $60,000 annually or higher depending on experience Type of Appointment Fiscal Year FTE
1
Full Time/Part Time Full Time Funding This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding. A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. Uncertain Posting Date 06/15/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications received by July 10, 2026, will receive first consideration.
Applicant Resources https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement
The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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