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MODELLER / STATISTICIAN

INSTITUTE OF HYDROLOGY: Post 8/48
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The Institute of Hydrology is a component of the Natural Environment 
Research Council’s Centre for Ecology and Hydrology. It carries out 
research into all aspects of hydrology from the investigation of physical 
processes, their analysis and modelling, to the application of this 
knowledge in engineering and environmental problem-solving both in the 
UK and overseas. 

The post is in the Surface-Groundwater Systems Section of the 
Resources and Environment Division of the Institute of Hydrology. The 
section currently has seven members of staff. The research of the 
section has a strong analysis and modelling emphasis, covering both 
surface and subsurface hydrology in both water resource and extreme 
flow contexts. Funding is from the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and 
Food, the Environment Agency, the European Union and NERC science 
budget. The appointee will be working in small teams contributing to one 
or more projects.

Over the next three years the section expects to be involved in the 
following types of research.

1 The development of a spatially-generalised methodology for flood 
frequency estimation for design purposes based on catchment 
modelling.
2 The generic issues involved in establishing robust model 
calibration and the establishment of model parameter values at 
sites with sparse information; accompanying measures of 
uncertainty.
3 The improved model representation of water transfers between 
river channels and aquifers and, more generally, of flood plain 
hydrology and hydrogeology.
4 The development of river catchment analysis and modelling 
techniques which further an integrated approach to water use and 
allow the exploration of management and environmental changes: 
levels of risks associated with these strategies.
5 The combining of data sets for surface and subsurface hydrology 
to promote the spatially consistent handling of surface and 
subsurface water resources, particularly with respect to the 
division between runoff and recharge. 

The emphasis of the role of the new member of staff will be primarily in 
mathematical and statistical aspects of modelling and analysis. The use 
and understanding of Fortran is essential: knowledge of C/C++ would be 
an advantage, as would Unix experience and an interest in taking model 
development through to software specification and/or production stage. 
The development of innovative techniques in hydrological analysis and 
modelling will form part of the research.

The appointment is for a period of three years. The minimum 
requirement is a good first degree in a mathematical, scientific or 
engineering discipline and proven computational skills. Relevant post-
graduate experience is an advantage. The appointment is initially for 
three years, with starting salary in the range £13800 - £16250 (on a scale 
rising to £21580) or £17000-£21600 (on a scale rising to £25770) 
depending on qualifications and experience. 

Application forms are available from the Personnel Section, Institute of 
Hydrology, Maclean Building, Crowmarsh Gifford, Wallingford, Oxon 
OX10 8BB; tel (01491) 838800. The closing date for receipt of 
applications is 10 December 1999.


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