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Research Geophysicist Position with USGS in Pasadena, CA

Date: 10/05/2010

Notice of hiring at the USGS Pasadena office, forwarded by Ruth Harris:

A full-time permanent position for a GS1313-13 research geophysicist at the U.S. Geological Survey in Pasadena, California is now open for applications.

The opportunity closes October 12, 2010. U.S. Citizenship is required.

If you are interested and think that you may be qualified for the position,
please apply at www.usajobs.com. This is Announcement number WR-2010-0576.

For this position, as a Research Geophysicist with the USGS Earthquake Science Center located in Pasadena, CA, major duties will include but are not limited to:

- Identifies and conducts basic and applied research in seismology aimed at probabilistic seismic hazard assessment (PSHA) and real-time statistical analysis of earthquake sequence.

- Compiles, interprets, and disseminates seismic information to research collaborators, other government agencies, and the public.

- Conducts innovative seismological research, develops new and sophisticated analysis tools, and publishes results in respected, high impact journals.

Please note that the Federal Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.