Glacio-Hydrology Specialist
The International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD)
Kathmandu, Nepal
Person Specification/Competencies:
ESSENTIAL
- A candidate should possess a PhD with a research focus on glacier hydrology, snow hydrology, snow science, or glaciology, ideally with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. Alternatively, candidates with a Master's degree should have at least 8 years of experience in these fields.
- Proficiency in using hydrological models specific to glacier-covered or snow-covered regions to simulate glacier melt, snowpack dynamics, and runoff generation processes.
- Capability to develop custom model components or modules to represent key processes in glacier or snow hydrology models, such as snow accumulation and melt, or permafrost interactions.
- Physical fitness to do fieldwork under demanding conditions and experience in performing fieldwork in remote regions and at high altitude.
- Experience in establishing, operating and maintaining hydrological and meteorological instruments, conducting river discharge measurements and managing hydrometeorological data and performing relevant analysis.
- 6Research and complex project management experience, including planning, monitoring and progress reporting.
- Experience in programming/statistical analysis techniques such as R, Python etc.
- Excellent research and communication skills exemplified by a track record of publishing peer-reviewed journal articles.
- Experience and ease in working with multidisciplinary teams, particularly with international or regional agencies, and in working with colleagues and collaborators from a range of national and cultural backgrounds.
PREFERRED
- Experience with relevant models and data assimilation for hydrological analysis in glacier and snow-covered catchments (e.g. SPHY, TOPKAPI, J2000, PyGEM).
- Knowledge of geographic information system (GIS) and remote sensing techniques.
- Experience in cryosphere-related hazards.
- Experience of working in the Hindu Kush Himalaya region.
Reporting and supervising: The Glacio-Hydrology Specialist will report directly to the Intervention Manager – AAA1 (Cryosphere) and under the overall guidance of Co-ordinator of Action Area A (Managing Cryosphere and Water Risks).
Location: You will be working in a cross-cultural, impact-oriented environment at ICIMOD’s head office in Kathmandu, Nepal. Occasional travel in the HKH region will be required.
Kathmandu is a lively and exciting place to live. People are friendly, living costs are comparatively inexpensive, food is delicious (with a range of local and international cuisines), and there are good local and international schools and a low crime rate. Nepal offers amazing trekking trails, white water rafting, and safaris, combined with a rich culture and charming yet lively nightlife.
Duration: Until December 2026, with a probation period of six months. There is a possibility of extension subject to performance and ICIMOD’s future funding levels.
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Job Detail Expired
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Job Type :
Full Time
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Salary :
Not Disclosed
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Experience :
5 - 6 (Years)
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No. of Vacancy :
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Min. Education :
Post Graduation
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Last Date to Apply :
August 4, 2024