Research Faculty​/Postdoctoral Researcher

Research Faculty/Postdoctoral Researcher

Research Faculty / Postdoctoral Researcher (12‑month full‑time, non‑tenure track) positioned at Bethune‑Cookman University (B‑CU) College of Science, Engineering, and Mathematics. The role supports NASA MUREP DEAP funds, combining research, student training, and teaching of one IES‑major course per semester. The incumbent works with PI Hyun Jung Cho and affiliated faculty on large‑scale environmental assessment projects in the Indian River Lagoon system and Atlantic Ocean.

• Create unique opportunities for students and the public to contribute to NASA’s work in exploration and discovery
• Build a diverse future STEM workforce by engaging students in authentic learning experiences with NASA people, content, and facilities
• Strengthen public understanding by enabling powerful connections to NASA’s mission and work

• Contribute to existing projects and develop new research related to the use of data analytics for large‑scale environmental assessment projects in and around the Indian River Lagoon system and the Atlantic Ocean.
• Assist the PI Hyun Jung Cho and affiliated faculty members in supervising student research activities, training, and scholarly management.
• Plan and manage laboratories and field work logically related to the position as assigned, along with progress reporting.
• Teach one NASA program‑relevant IES‑major course per semester.

Applicants must hold an MS with an expected Ph.D. completion date by Fall 2026 (Ph.D. in hand preferred) in a data science, computer science, or environmental science‑related field, preferably with expertise in environmental data management, statistics, data analysis, and/or remote sensing (including image processing). Persons with a Master’s degree only but with competitive research experience and products may also be considered.

Salary commensurate with degree level and experience.

• Experience in the management of large environmental data sets.
• Demonstrated strong quantitative and analytical skills.
• Research experience in a relevant field, productivity, and ability to conduct independent research.
• Experience in large data analysis (competence in R or a similar programming language), geospatial analysis, field data collection, and database management.

• A degree and research in large data management and analysis with satellite/aerial/bathymetry/telemetry/UAS‑based remote sensing experience.
• Boat operation and maintenance skills.

Candidates should be able to work in the field under the somewhat harsh conditions of Florida’s wetlands.

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