Research Scientist

2 weeks ago

Austin, Texas, United States University of Texas at Austin Full time
Research Assistant Professor Earthquake Source

We are seeking a highly qualified Research Assistant Professor to join our team at the University of Texas at Austin. The successful candidate will participate in a multi-disciplinary research team focused on earthquake source characteristics in Texas and surrounding areas.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct original and independent research on earthquake source characteristics.
  • Analyze data from the TexNet seismological monitoring program and other stations or assets.
  • Compare different methods and tools for moment tensor inversion and first motion to calculate fault plane solutions.
  • Engage in outside funding activities and promote programs with stakeholders.
  • Present research results to funding agencies, report results in journal articles and books, and present at professional meetings.
  • Provide service to professional societies, the Bureau of Economic Geology, and the Jackson School of Geosciences.
  • Serve on committees as needed.
  • Perform fieldwork as necessary.

Qualifications:

  • PhD in seismology/geophysics or a closely related discipline.
  • Record of scientific publication in international journals, research performance, and professional achievement commensurate with experience.
  • Proven record of successful leadership in a research environment in industry or academia.
  • Ability and desire to work in diverse, multi-disciplinary 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 data.
  • Proficiency in moment tensor inversion and fault plane solutions using first motion.
  • Experience in full waveform inversion using innovative tools and methods.
  • Knowledge of Python programming language, including experience in developing scripts and tools for data processing and analysis.

Application Instructions:

  • Submit a letter of interest.
  • Provide 3 professional references and their contact information.
  • Include a CV/Resume.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Texas at Austin is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action.

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