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Seismologist - Research Assistant Professor

The University of Texas at Austin

Austin, TX • On-site

$85K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

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Job description

Description
General Notes
This is for an in-person position at the J.J. Pickle Research Campus in North Austin. Applicants must complete the UT employment application and submit addtional materials as instructed.
Purpose
As a part of a multi-disciplinary, integrated research team, the candidate will participate directly in efforts to ground deformation assessment and numerical modeling of ground displacement.
Responsibilities
  • Perform original and independent research on earth surface deformation assessment in Texas, the surrounding area of Texas, and elsewhere. Be involved in analyzing data collected from the TexNet earth observation program or assets that provide quality data. Compare different methods and tools for deformation modelling.
  • Engage in outside funding activities and promote programs with stakeholder.
  • Present research results to funding agencies, report results of research in journal articles and books, and present results at professional meetings.

Salary
$85,000+ depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
  • May work in all weather conditions
  • May work around standard office conditions
  • Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
  • Occasional weekend, overtime, and evening work to meet deadlines

Required Materials
  • CV
  • Letter of Interest
  • Research Statement
  • Names and contact information for 3 references

Qualifications
Required Qualifications
PhD in seismology/geophysics or closely related discipline (applied mathematics, physics, geoscience or engineering). Record of scientific publication in international journals, research performance, and professional achievement commensurate with experience. Proved record of successful leadership in a research environment in industry, or in academia. Ability and desire to work in multi-disciplinary, integrated research teams. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in groups and independently, sometimes in demanding conditions. Ability to manage complex systems. Professional demeanor and excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Hands-on experience in analyzing and manipulating seismological/geophysical data. Proficiency with specific background and hands-on experience with deformation assessment and modelling. Experience in developing and using innovative tools and methods, algorithms, computer programming, and GNSS/Satellite data. Knowledge of programming language, including experience in developing scripts and tools for data processing and analysis.
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and deliverables. Willingness and ability to adapt to changing research programs and project needs.

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