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Announcements from the SCEC Community

Date: 04/22/2022

Dear SCEC Community,

Please see below for the following announcements:

    •    UNR Nevada Seismological Laboratory Field Team Development Technician 1/2 positions
    •    Postdoc Position in Seismology and Earthquake Physics at CERI
    •    Geophysical Imaging and Full Waveform Inversion - Postdoctoral Researcher

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On behalf of Jayne Bormann, UNR

UNR Nevada Seismological Laboratory Field Team Development Technician 1/2 positions

The Nevada Seismological Laboratory (NSL) at the University of Nevada, Reno is hiring Development Technicians as part of our field operations team. NSL development techs build and maintain station infrastructure, power systems, data backhaul communication systems, and instrumentation for the NSL network of 200+ seismic stations and ~100 wildfire cameras in Nevada and Eastern California. The position provides the opportunity to work outdoors, travel to remote locations in Nevada and Eastern California, significant professional development opportunities and educational benefits, while supporting foundational seismological and wildfire research. These are grant-funded, full-time, permanent positions.

Interested applicants can apply at the Development Technician 2 level (described below), or with less experience at the Development Technician 1 level in an underfilling role that will auto-progress to the level of Development Technician 2 after achieving satisfactory performance and meeting eligibility requirements.

Please contact NSL Field Operations Manager Will Honjas (honjasw@unr.edu) for more information or with questions about the position. 

Apply Here  (posting closes 4 May 2022 at 11:59 pm): 

Development Technician 2: https://nshe.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UNR-external/job/University-of-Nevada-Reno---Main-Campus/Development-Technician-2---Nevada-Seismological-Laboratory_R0128307 

Development Technician 1: https://nshe.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UNR-external/job/Development-Technician-1---Nevada-Seismological-Laboratory_R0128343

Job Description

The University of Nevada, Reno is recruiting for a Development Technician 2 for the Nevada Seismological Laboratory. Under the supervision of the Manager, Field Operations and under the mentorship and the general supervision of higher-level Development Technicians the Development Technician 2 would receive training in the procedures that go into building large-scale electronics circuits and power systems that operate the Nevada Seismological Laboratory, Fire Camera and Seismic Networks. Primary responsibilities include the following: maintaining and calibrating remote seismic and fire camera stations; assisting with the repair and adjustment of IP microwave radios, power supplies/solar systems, data recording devices, and various other seismological instruments; performing bench repairs, testing, modifications and adjustment of equipment; assisting with the fabrication of electronic systems and assemblies; and other duties as assigned. ***This position does not provide layoff rights and is contingent upon funding.***  

Required Qualifications

Development Tech 2: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in electrical or mechanical engineering or related field and one (1) year of experience in the fabrication, maintenance, calibration, repair and modification of a variety of electrical, mechanical and/or computerized equipment and computer systems; OR Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in electronics or related field and two (2) years of experience in the fabrication, maintenance, calibration, repair and modification of a variety of electrical, mechanical and/or computerized equipment and computer systems; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Development Tech 1: Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in electronics or related field and one (1) year of experience in the fabrication, maintenance, calibration, repair and modification of a variety of electrical, mechanical and/or computerized equipment and computer systems; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances.

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On behalf of Thomas Goebel, CERI

Postdoc Position in Seismology and Earthquake Physics at CERI

A postdoctoral position is available at the Center for Earthquake Research and Information, University of Memphis for two years with potential for extension contingent on performance and availability of funding.

The postdoc will work in the earthquake physics group at CERI under supervision of Dr. Goebel. The postdoc is expected to contribute and advance the seismic and optical imaging capabilities (e.g. acoustic emission analysis and particle tracking) within the earthquake physics lab at CERI. The postdoc is expected to design and run laboratory direct-shear experiments and analyze seismic data - after a reasonable training period. A background in laboratory rock mechanics, acoustic emission analysis, digital image correlation, rupture dynamics modeling, machine learning or observational seismology will be beneficial. The postdoc will be fully integrated in the broader research environment at CERI, and is encouraged to work on multi-disciplinary problems in areas such as observational seismology, earthquake triggering, fault structure, hydrogeology, earthquake source parameters, induced seismicity and rupture dynamics.

The ideal candidate should have the ability to connect observational, laboratory and theoretical results across many scales and is encouraged to take advantage of the interdisciplinary research environment at the UofM, that includes CERI, Civil Engineering, Earth Sciences and the Center for Applied Earth Science and Engineering Research.

The University of Memphis is located in Memphis, TN, a vibrant, friendly, and affordable major city in the Mid-South. Memphis is home to essential Civil Rights histories as well as multiple healthcare, logistics, and technology headquarters. The city boasts a rich and diverse culture. It is the cradle of both Blues and Rock ‘n Roll and has a strong historical legacy. The city is located near the New Madrid and Eastern Tennessee seismic zones and home to CERI’s extensive seismic network.

The successful candidate will receive a salary commensurate with experience but not less than $50,000 in the first year. The candidate needs to have an authorization to work in the U.S. and is requested to verify Ph.D. completion in geophysics, structural geology, engineering seismology or a related discipline within 2 ½ months after being hired.

The preferred start date is August 1st, 2022, but later dates may be possible. Applicants should upload: 1) CV; 2) statement of research interest - 1-page max. (as ‘Other Document’); 3) a list of three references (email and phone number), and two exemplary publications. Candidate screening will start May 15th and continue until the position is filled. Questions may be directed to Dr. Goebel (thgoebel@memphis.edu). Applications can be submitted online at: https://workforum.memphis.edu/postings/30959

The University of Memphis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

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On behalf of Arben Pitarka, LLNL

Geophysical Imaging and Full Waveform Inversion - Postdoctoral Researcher

Institution: Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Livermore, CA, USA.
Open until filled; Full-time

Job Description

We have an immediate opening for a Postdoctoral Scientist to develop computational methods for geophysical imaging on next generation computing platforms.  You will work with a team of geophysicists and computer scientists to implement full waveform inversion techniques on hybrid CPU / GPU architectures, including several of the world’s largest supercomputers.  This position will be in the Atmospheric, Earth, and Energy Division at LLNL.

In this role you will

  • Conduct research in the areas of geophysical imaging, elastic wave propagation, and full waveform inversion techniques.
  • Implement high-performance seismic imaging algorithms on hybrid CPU/GPU systems, including forward wave propagation and property inversion techniques.
  • Analyze code performance using profiling tools to identify and remove bottlenecks.
  • Publish research results in peer-reviewed journals.  Present work at conferences and other technical forums.
  • Collaborate with others in a multidisciplinary team environment to accomplish research goals.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • PhD in geophysics, earth sciences, computer science, applied mathematics, or a related field.
  • Experience with seismic wave propagation and geophysical imaging techniques.
  • Significant experience with code development and high-performance computing, including C++ programming and parallel computing models.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop independent research projects and publish peer-reviewed articles.
  • Demonstrated proficient verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively in a team environment and explain technical information.
  • Demonstrated initiative and interpersonal skills and ability to work in a diverse, collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment.

Qualifications we desire

  • Experience with GPU computing, including relevant programming languages.
  • Experience with code profiling tools.
  • Experience with modern software development environments, including version control and testing frameworks.
  • Experience with field applications of seismic imaging.

How to Apply

Please visit https://www.llnl.gov/join-our-team/careers/find-your-job/all/ref2542r/3743990000262769 to find the direct application form and learn more about the position and LLNL.

For questions, please contact Josh White (white230@llnl.gov) or Arben Pitarka (pitarka1@llnl.gov)

 

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