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Job Record #873

Title Lead Hydrologist

Category Position in Industry

Employer Pacific Climate Impacts Consortium (PCIC)

Location Canada, victoria

International Yes, international applications are welcome

Closure Date Sunday, February 07, 2010

Description:

Job Posting: Lead Hydrologist Closing Date: 7 February 2010 PCIC is seeking to hire a Lead Hydrologist. Pacific Climate Impacts Consortium (PCIC) The Pacific Climate Impacts Consortium (PCIC) was created to assess climate impacts in Pacific North America. The goals of the Consortium are to foster collaborative research, to strengthen the capacity to address regional climate change and variability, and to provide the scientific basis for development of policy. PCIC links scientific research and applications, researchers and users/stakeholders, and geophysical sciences and climate centres in Pacific North America. The Consortium supports the development of adaptation options and long-term planning to reduce vulnerability to climate variability, climate change, and extreme weather events. The Consortium seeks to fill a Lead Hydrologist position. http://www.PacificClimate.org Challenge The Pacific Climate Impacts Consortium (PCIC) is a new organization that requires flexibility and a capability to adapt to a changing organizational environment. The Lead Hydrologist will apply hydrologic knowledge in a large geographic region of complex terrain and variable climate with significant cryospheric components. This is a new, senior level leadership position at PCIC, and the incumbent will have an opportunity to develop a program of targeted research and hydrologic applications in a consortium environment. Nature of Work The Lead Hydrologist leads a multi-disciplinary team of scientists to carry out hydrological research and analysis throughout British Columbia and Pacific North America. The incumbent reports to the Director/PCIC and works closely with the Senior Scientist, senior staff in Regional Climate Impacts, Climate Model Diagnostics, and Climate Analysis. The incumbent also collaborates with members of the Consortium; sponsors of projects, such as BC Hydro and the Provincial government; and with other hydrology professionals, the Water & Climate Impacts Research Center (W-CIRC) at the University of Victoria and with the River Forecast Centre (RFC) within the BC Ministry of Environment. Accountabilities Plans, develops and implements a targeted research program that assesses the climate-related hydrologic impacts on water resources in British Columbia and Pacific North America; is responsible for the Research Plan for the Hydrologic Impacts Theme Supports the Director/PCIC to sustain and develop the consortium, collaborates with Consortium Members, and works as a member of PCIC senior leadership and administration staff. Develops, supervises and manages project staff Designs and executes hydrological model experiments and intercomparison studies. Prepares scientific reports, publications and presentations, including journal publications. Delivers public presentations and reports. Maintains and develops new relationships with Consortium members and climate stakeholders. Supports and promotes the hydrological program at PCIC and the University of Victoria. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge PhD in Hydrology, Meteorology, Physical Geography, Earth Science, Engineering, Forestry, or Environmental Science with a strong focus on hydrology, plus 5 years related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered (eg, MSc degree, plus 10 years). A comprehensive understanding of hydrology and climate change science and a knowledge of climate change impacts on water quantity, streamflow, and hydrological responses and feedbacks in mountainous terrain dominated by snow/ice processes. Advanced knowledge of hydrologic modelling Experience with the use of hydrologic models in complex terrain, and understanding of hydrologic models applied in B.C. (e.g, WatFlood, VIC, DHSVM, HEC-HMS, HBV, UBCWM) Skills Excellent written oral and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated skill in project management and reporting. Skills in working and achieving results in a team environment. Experience with watershed modelling methodology and tools. Experience working with large datasets, their uncertainties and limitations. Advanced statistical background (PCA, etc.) Familiarity with GIS mapping systems. Familiarity with statistical graphing packages. Experience with computer code languages such as R, C+, IDL, LINUX is considered an asset. Abilities Leadership of a multidisciplinary scientific team. Develop/deliver training to staff and stakeholders. Work interactively and cooperatively as a member of the management team within a small organization. Develop proposals, plan projects and monitor output. Produce technical reports on deadline, and to prepare technical publications for scientific journals. Technical reputation and stature to represent PCIC in the national hydrological community. Ability to simplify and summarize complex technical information for public presentation. employment period 1-3 year term commitment, with possibility of renewal. Weekly working hours Full time (35 hours per week) Pay rate Commensurate with education and experience. Additional information: Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and hydrologists with experience in Pacific North America. Application: Please send your application with a CV, including three professional references. Address cover letter and application to Mrs. Cassbreea Dewis, climate@uvic.ca <mailto:climate@uvic.ca> Address enquiries to Dr. David R Rodenhuis, CEO/PCIC, dhuis@uvic.ca <mailto:dhuis@uvic.ca>

Contact Information:

Please mention the Coastal & Ocean Engineering Jobs Database, record #873 when responding to this ad.

Name Mrs. Cassbreea Dewis

Email climate@uvic.ca

Email Application Yes

URL http://www.PacificClimate.org

Address Address cover letter and application to Mrs. Cassbreea Dewis, climate@uvic.ca
<mailto:climate@uvic.ca>

Address enquiries to Dr. David R Rodenhuis, CEO/PCIC, dhuis@uvic.ca
<mailto:dhuis@uvic.ca>

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Last Modified 07:19:16, Friday, January 15, 2010

Job Record #873
Title	Lead Hydrologist
Category	Position in Industry
Employer	Pacific Climate Impacts Consortium (PCIC)
Location	Canada, victoria
International	Yes, international applications are welcome
Closure Date	Sunday, February 07, 2010
Description:
Job Posting: Lead Hydrologist Closing Date: 7 February 2010 PCIC is seeking to hire a Lead Hydrologist. Pacific Climate Impacts Consortium (PCIC) The Pacific Climate Impacts Consortium (PCIC) was created to assess climate impacts in Pacific North America. The goals of the Consortium are to foster collaborative research, to strengthen the capacity to address regional climate change and variability, and to provide the scientific basis for development of policy. PCIC links scientific research and applications, researchers and users/stakeholders, and geophysical sciences and climate centres in Pacific North America. The Consortium supports the development of adaptation options and long-term planning to reduce vulnerability to climate variability, climate change, and extreme weather events. The Consortium seeks to fill a Lead Hydrologist position. http://www.PacificClimate.org Challenge The Pacific Climate Impacts Consortium (PCIC) is a new organization that requires flexibility and a capability to adapt to a changing organizational environment. The Lead Hydrologist will apply hydrologic knowledge in a large geographic region of complex terrain and variable climate with significant cryospheric components. This is a new, senior level leadership position at PCIC, and the incumbent will have an opportunity to develop a program of targeted research and hydrologic applications in a consortium environment. Nature of Work The Lead Hydrologist leads a multi-disciplinary team of scientists to carry out hydrological research and analysis throughout British Columbia and Pacific North America. The incumbent reports to the Director/PCIC and works closely with the Senior Scientist, senior staff in Regional Climate Impacts, Climate Model Diagnostics, and Climate Analysis. The incumbent also collaborates with members of the Consortium; sponsors of projects, such as BC Hydro and the Provincial government; and with other hydrology professionals, the Water & Climate Impacts Research Center (W-CIRC) at the University of Victoria and with the River Forecast Centre (RFC) within the BC Ministry of Environment. Accountabilities Plans, develops and implements a targeted research program that assesses the climate-related hydrologic impacts on water resources in British Columbia and Pacific North America; is responsible for the Research Plan for the Hydrologic Impacts Theme Supports the Director/PCIC to sustain and develop the consortium, collaborates with Consortium Members, and works as a member of PCIC senior leadership and administration staff. Develops, supervises and manages project staff Designs and executes hydrological model experiments and intercomparison studies. Prepares scientific reports, publications and presentations, including journal publications. Delivers public presentations and reports. Maintains and develops new relationships with Consortium members and climate stakeholders. Supports and promotes the hydrological program at PCIC and the University of Victoria. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge PhD in Hydrology, Meteorology, Physical Geography, Earth Science, Engineering, Forestry, or Environmental Science with a strong focus on hydrology, plus 5 years related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered (eg, MSc degree, plus 10 years). A comprehensive understanding of hydrology and climate change science and a knowledge of climate change impacts on water quantity, streamflow, and hydrological responses and feedbacks in mountainous terrain dominated by snow/ice processes. Advanced knowledge of hydrologic modelling Experience with the use of hydrologic models in complex terrain, and understanding of hydrologic models applied in B.C. (e.g, WatFlood, VIC, DHSVM, HEC-HMS, HBV, UBCWM) Skills Excellent written oral and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated skill in project management and reporting. Skills in working and achieving results in a team environment. Experience with watershed modelling methodology and tools. Experience working with large datasets, their uncertainties and limitations. Advanced statistical background (PCA, etc.) Familiarity with GIS mapping systems. Familiarity with statistical graphing packages. Experience with computer code languages such as R, C+, IDL, LINUX is considered an asset. Abilities Leadership of a multidisciplinary scientific team. Develop/deliver training to staff and stakeholders. Work interactively and cooperatively as a member of the management team within a small organization. Develop proposals, plan projects and monitor output. Produce technical reports on deadline, and to prepare technical publications for scientific journals. Technical reputation and stature to represent PCIC in the national hydrological community. Ability to simplify and summarize complex technical information for public presentation. employment period 1-3 year term commitment, with possibility of renewal. Weekly working hours Full time (35 hours per week) Pay rate Commensurate with education and experience. Additional information: Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and hydrologists with experience in Pacific North America. Application: Please send your application with a CV, including three professional references. Address cover letter and application to Mrs. Cassbreea Dewis, climate@uvic.ca <mailto:climate@uvic.ca> Address enquiries to Dr. David R Rodenhuis, CEO/PCIC, dhuis@uvic.ca <mailto:dhuis@uvic.ca>
Contact Information:
Please mention the Coastal & Ocean Engineering Jobs Database, record #873 when responding to this ad.
Name	Mrs. Cassbreea Dewis
Email	climate@uvic.ca
Email Application	Yes
URL	http://www.PacificClimate.org
Address	Address cover letter and application to Mrs. Cassbreea Dewis, climate@uvic.ca <mailto:climate@uvic.ca> Address enquiries to Dr. David R Rodenhuis, CEO/PCIC, dhuis@uvic.ca <mailto:dhuis@uvic.ca>
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Last Modified	07:19:16, Friday, January 15, 2010