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Research Position in Earthquake Seismology, USGS-Golden

Date: 11/05/2014

On behalf of Kristin Marano, USGS - Golden:
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The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Geologic Hazards Science Center (GHSC) in Golden, Colorado, has opened a research position in Earthquake Seismology. The primary focus of the position is to plan, originate, and conduct research that characterizes shaking-related hazards primarily for the benefit of USGS real-time earthquake information systems. This focus may include studies of basin and other propagation and site effects, spatial variability, complexity, and uncertainty that may relate to the real time hazard and loss assessment. 

This will be a permanent position at the GS-13 level, with promotion potential to GS-15. 

Applications (resume and responses to application questions) for this vacancy must be received online via USAJOBS before midnight Eastern Time on Friday, November 14, 2014. Resumes MUST adhere to the format prescribed on USAJOBS, including full narrative descriptions of “Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills” for past work experience. Transcripts, etc. MUST be attached as required by the Vacancy Announcement. A full description of the job opening, qualifications and instructions on how to apply can be found at: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/385427700

The Job Announcement Number is PAC-2015-0706 (PAC-2015-0077 for current Federal Employees). The salary range is $74,587.00 to $115,301.00 per year. U.S. citizenship is required. Contact Melissa Barnhart with questions about the application process (Phone: 916-278-9399; pacsac3@usgs.gov).