Duke University, Civil and Environmental Engineering

676 31564
Position ID:
Duke-Civil and Environmental Engineering-MRA_BORSUK [#31564]
Position Title: 
Master's Research Assistant
Position Type:
Other
Position Location:
Durham, North Carolina 27708, United States of America
Subject Area: 
Civil and Environmental Engineering / Civil and Environmental Engineering
Appl Deadline:
(posted 2026/01/22, listed until 2026/06/28)
Position Description:
   

Position Description

Position Description

The Master’s Research Assistant will support Tasks 4.2 and 4.3 of the USACE-funded project by assisting with data processing, exploratory analysis, and implementation of Bayesian modeling workflows for flood depth–damage function calibration and evaluation. The position will contribute to reproducible coding, documentation, and preparation of technical figures and intermediate deliverables under the supervision of the Principal Investigator. The role requires strong quantitative skills and the ability to work independently while coordinating closely with the project team.

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.


Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Three references (no actual letters, just names and email addresses help popup)
And anything else requested in the position description.

Further Info:
http://www.cee.duke.edu/
email address
 
121 Hudson Hall
Box 90287
Durham, NC 27708