Senior Scientist - Hydrology and Water Management Specialist
International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA)
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Posted on 12 Nov
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Experience
8 - 13 Years
Job Location
Education
Bachelor of Technology/Engineering
Nationality
Any Nationality
Gender
Not Mentioned
Vacancy
1 Vacancy
Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
Main responsibilities
Water Resource Management: Develop and implement strategies for efficient water use in agriculture, including irrigation systems and water conservation techniques.
Research and Analysis: Conduct field studies and research to analyze soil and water conditions, and assess the impact of hydrological factors on crop yield. Apply and develop new tools and technologies (hydrologic models, GIS, remote sensing).
Sustainable Practices: Promote sustainable agricultural practices by advising on water management plans that minimize environmental impact.
Data Collection and Reporting: Collect, analyze, and interpret hydrological data to provide actionable insights and recommendations.
Collaboration: Collaborate with other ICARDA scientists to improve the impact of problem-solving and integrated natural resource management research. Work in interdisciplinary teams with water management, irrigation, agronomy, soil, crop, socio economic, and rangeland scientists on strategic and applied research problems. Work closely with farmers, agricultural engineers, and environmental scientists to develop integrated water management solutions.
Education and Training: Provide training in all aspects and applications of agricultural hydrology for national programs in dry areas. Develop and contribute to training courses and workshops/conferences.
Keep up to date with relevant technical developments and publications. Publish research results in ISI refereed journals, prepare reports, training materials, and other documentation as required.
Represent ICARDA in the regional and international arenas.
Desired Candidate Profile
Earned PhD degree in hydrology, water resource engineering or another relevant subject.
Minimum of 8 years post PhD experience in conducting research, preferably in dry area hydrology. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis software.
Proven expertise in monitoring and modeling surface water and groundwater systems.
A strong publication record including ISI-refereed journals, in surface and groundwater and especially watershed research, modeling and stochastic analysis.
Demonstrated capacity for producing high quality scientific outputs.
Application of watershed hydrologic models, GIS and remotely sensed data to problems of water resources development and management.
Capability to work collaboratively with international and national scientists in multidisciplinary teams.
High level of competence in written and oral communication in English, report writing, and presentations.
Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams in a multicultural, international environment.
Excellent verbal and written English language skills.
Previous work experience in an international and multi-cultural environment.
Strong innovation and experience in the developing world.
Experience in nonconventional water resources, rainwater and atmospheric water harvesting, and small- medium-scale desalination
Arabic language skills and experience working and mobilizing resources in MENA region.
Company Industry
- NGO
- Social Services
- Community Services
- Non-Profit
Department / Functional Area
- Engineering
Keywords
- Senior Scientist - Hydrology And Water Management Specialist
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International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA)
The International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA) is a treaty-based international non-profit research organization supported by CGIAR.
ICARDA s mission is to reduce poverty, enhance food, water, and nutritional security, as well as environmental health in the face of global challenges including climate change. We do this through innovative science, strategic partnerships, linking research to development, and capacity development that take into account gender equality and the role of youth in transforming the dry areas. ICARDA works in partnership with governments, universities, civil society, national agricultural research organizations, other CGIAR Research Centers, and the private sector.