Topics: The ZIWR invites applications for a tenure-track position in : 1. water sciences/catchment hydrology with a focus on topics such as (but not limited to): catchment hydrology, large-scale hydrological modeling, catchment-scale contaminant transport (including nutrients, micropollutants, and plastics), hydrological modeling and “big-data," and artificial intelligence in hydrological science. 2. Advanced sensing for various types of water, gases, and water treatments: fundamental and applied research leading to the development and application of sensors to understand water-related issues. Most of our current understanding is based on a limited ability to measure accurately in space and time. The development and application of novel sensors with data acquisition can shed light on many of the current theories related to all hydrological (and other) aspects, such as microbial activity along flow paths; GHG emissions; water treatment; and many more. Such novel sensors could also drive the development of “smart" water treatment unit operations, which would adapt operating conditions to the changing chemical and biological profiles of the water undergoing treatment. 3. One of the following topics: (i) surface science (fundamental research relevant to membrane/desalination, adsorption, catalysis and other water treatment technologies); (ii) micropollutants and/or nanomaterials in water and the environment, examined from both the fundamental and applicative perspective; (iii) resource recovery. (i) Surface science: Fundamental research that is relevant to and often essential for the understanding and development of membrane/desalination adsorption and other water treatment technologies. This research topic was identified as being complementary and synergistic to research that examines membranes (in the wider sense), fouling, scaling, etc., in terms of various membrane technologies. It could also be relevant to hydrologists looking at colloidal transport in surface and subsurface hydrology. (ii) Micropollutants and nanomaterials in water and the environment: This is an emerging topic that addresses the global water concerns that can affect human and ecosystem health. It covers many fundamental questions regarding the fate and impact of micropollutants (organic and inorganic) in the environment. Similarly, nanomaterials research can cover a very wide range of fundamental and applied questions on their fate, importance, and potential usage. (iii) Resource recovery: Fundamental and applied research on a very important topic that could have an immense global impact. The recovery of resources, such as nutrients and energy, from water and marginal water is becoming increasingly relevant in a world experiencing population growth and the dwindling of natural resources. The successful candidate will be expected to develop strong research and teaching programs, which include mentoring and training graduate students. All teaching and mentoring at the ZIWR is performed in English. In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to apply for highly competitive research grants; publish in highly ranked peer-reviewed journals; and participate in the ZIWR's activities.
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