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Job Opportunities: LDEO and Caltech

Date: 04/02/2019

Dear SCEC Community,

Please see below for the following announcements:

1. Staff Associate Position, Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory of Columbia University
2. Research Assistant Professor, Caltech SeismoLab

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1. Staff Associate position, Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory of Columbia University:
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The Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory of Columbia University invites applications for a Staff Associate. The Staff Associate will provide technical support for the Lamont-Doherty Cooperative Seismographic Network (LCSN, URL:
http://www.ldeo.columbia.edu/LCSN). Activity includes preparation, installation, operation and repair of seismic equipment used to monitor earthquakes. Field work to average 25-35% of the time, seasonally (that is, 5-10 days a month, less in winter, more in summer) in the eastern United States. Plan network service trips to determine priorities as a member of a team.
Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics, geophysics or related field and four years of related experience required, or a Master’s degree in engineering, physics, geophysics or related field and two years of related experience required. Experience in Internet communication and Linux is required. Hands-on experience will include broad range of electronics with good theoretical capability leading to understanding of equipment function. Adequate soldering skill to make various cables for radios, seismometers and GPS receiver required. Good command of spoken and written English required. Must be physically capable of working in the field in isolated locations – to walk up and down steep hills while carrying up to 50 pounds. Must be able to load/unload, and to drive a pickup truck for field work, and operate generator and other simple machinery. We value ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
Appointments are made on a fiscal year basis and are eligible for renewal each July 1, contingent upon performance and funding.
Search will remain open for at least 30 days after the ad appears and will continue until the position is filled.
Please visit our online application site at
http://pa334.peopleadmin.com/postings/2813
for further information about this position and to submit your application, curriculum vitae, cover letter, and list of references.
Columbia University benefits offered with this Officer of Research appointment.
Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer -- Race/Gender/Disability/Veteran.
We accept online applications only.

2. Research Assistant Professor, Caltech SeismoLab:
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Seismological Laboratory, Division of Geological and Planetary Sciences, Caltech
The Seismological Laboratory at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) seeks outstanding candidates for a non-tenure track Research Assistant Professor position in seismology. The successful candidate will: 1) conduct cutting edge research using regional seismic data to understand earth processes, especially earthquakes, 2) participate in the leadership team to facilitate operations and continued development of the Southern California Seismic Network (SCSN) to maintain its status as a premier seismic network and resource to the scientific community as well as the public, and 3) participate in communicating earthquake information to the media and the public.
The Caltech Seismological Laboratory is internationally recognized for excellence in geophysical research, and has a distinguished history of leadership in developing science to serve the public interest. With over 350 high-quality seismic stations, the SCSN is an integrated part of the Caltech Seismological Laboratory since the 1920s. The SCSN is the southern California portion of the California Integrated Seismic Network, and is part of the Advanced National Seismic System. The network is a co-operative project of Caltech and the U.S. Geological Survey, and is one of the founding networks that develops, and contributes to, the operations of the ShakeAlert Earthquake Early Warning system. The SCSN and its operation are evolving towards a cutting edge big data environment as new sensing technologies and data mining methods emerge.
Candidates should have an excellent research record in observational seismology, and we welcome applicants with experience in traditional seismic network operations as well as expertise in new data collection methods and analysis techniques. Candidates will be evaluated on their research record, management experience, and communication skills. The term of a non-tenure track Research Assistant Professor can be six total years, with appointment contingent upon completion of a PhD in a relevant field. Interested applicants should submit an electronic application that includes a brief cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, statement of experience in network management, and contact information for three individuals who may be contacted for letters of reference to https://applications.caltech.edu/jobs/seismo. For full consideration, please apply by May 31, 2019.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Caltech is committed to working with and providing access and reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical or mental disabilities. To request disability accommodations for any part of the interview or hiring process, please contact 626-395-6111 for assistance or contact shechet@gps.caltech.edu.
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