Scientist - Water Modeling

3 months ago


UAE, United Arab Emirates ICBA Full time

The International Center for Biosaline Agriculture(ICBA) is an international, non-profit agricultural research center established in 1999 through the visionary leadership of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) Fund, the Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development (AFESD), and the Government of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). ICBA is a unique applied agricultural research center in the world that is focused on marginal areas where an estimated 1.7 billion people live. It identifies, tests and introduces resource-efficient, climate-smart crops and technologies that are best suited to different regions affected by salinity, water scarcity and drought. Through its work, ICBA helps to improve food security and livelihoods for some of the poorest rural communities around the world. ICBA is an equal opportunity employer and appoints qualified staff regardless of race, creed, color, age, gender, religion or national origin. We demonstrate our commitment to each member of our team through a competitive benefits package designed to assist our employees to cover their needs and the needs of their immediate family members.
Job Summary
The primary objective of this position is to lead Research for Development (R4D) initiatives focused on hydrological and water modeling. The role aims to explore the complex interactions between water systems, climate change, and land use to enhance water management practices at the basin and sub-basin levels. By developing innovative models, decision support tools, and integrated water management strategies, this role aims to boost agricultural water productivity, strengthen the resilience of ecosystems, and support sustainable livelihoods for farmers.
Job Responsibilities
Lead and oversee the design, execution and analysis of hydrological and water balance models, including the forecasting and management of water flows, droughts, and floods and other water-related risks.
Conduct integrated watershed and river basin management research, developing simulation for hydrological runoffs, stream and ground water dynamics across basin and sub-basins.
Develop and refine water allocation and planning models that optimize water distribution to multiple stakeholders, balancing agricultural, industrial and ecological demand.
Design and implement seasonal (winter and summer) irrigation management plans that align with crop water requirements, climatic conditions, and resource availability, ensuring sustainable agricultural productivity.
Lead the development of decision support tools tailored to arid and semi-arid regions.
Secure internal and external funding through proposal development and engagement with national and international donors, research institutions, and network partners to support ongoing and new research initiatives.
Organize and participate in international and regional workshops, conferences, training sessions and capacity-building programs to disseminate research findings, build capacity among scientists and practitioners, and influence policymaking in water management.
Publish high-impact scientific papers and technical reports in leading journals, contributing to the global body of knowledge in hydrology and water resources management.
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
PhD in Hydrology, Water Resource Management, Natural Resources Management, Environmental Science, or a related field.
Minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience in hydrological and water modeling research, with a strong focus on applied research for irrigation and agricultural water management
Proficiency with advanced hydrological modeling software, including but not limited to SWAT, RIBASIM, LIS, HEC HMS, and other relevant tools for simulation and scenario analysis.
Expertise in artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning techniques, and programming skills in R, Python, or other relevant languages for data analysis and model development.
Proven track record of working in international or multicultural environments, with experience leading multidisciplinary research teams.
Strong ability to independently design, manage, and conduct field research in diverse and challenging settings.
Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Demonstrated success in securing research funding from international donors and managing research budgets.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with a strong publication record in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
**Desirable**:
Experience in river basin water management, with an emphasis on integrated approaches that consider hydrology, ecology, and human water use.
Experience developing decision support systems and tools that incorporate AI and data analytics for adaptive water management in water-scarce regions.
Familiarity with climate change adaptation strategies and policies related to water resources management.
**Additional Skills**:
Strong leadership skills, with the ability



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