Lead Field Seismologist: Earthquake Research Postdoc

University of South Hampton; Southampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK university in Southampton seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher in Geophysics, specializing in earthquake seismology. This role focuses on analyzing seismic data for the NERC-funded TMAX project in Greece, requiring a PhD in a relevant field and experience with large seismic datasets. Candidates will engage in fieldwork and collaborate with international teams. The position offers a supportive research environment, excellent mentorship, and benefits including generous holidays and health support.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Subsidized health and fitness facilities

Networking opportunities

Qualifications

• Hold or be in the final stages of a PhD in a relevant discipline.
• Experience with large datasets and analyzing seismic data.
• Ability to communicate findings via publications and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Lead fieldwork and coordinate with international partners.
• Collect and analyze seismicity data from temporary and permanent networks.
• Execute automated detection and derive high-quality seismicity catalogues.

Skills

Experience handling large passive seismic datasets

Experience processing and analyzing seismicity data

Communication of research results

Experience in seismological fieldwork

Competence in crustal seismic imaging

Interpreting seismicity results

Education

PhD in relevant subject

Job description

A leading UK university in Southampton seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher in Geophysics, specializing in earthquake seismology. This role focuses on analyzing seismic data for the NERC-funded TMAX project in Greece, requiring a PhD in a relevant field and experience with large seismic datasets. Candidates will engage in fieldwork and collaborate with international teams. The position offers a supportive research environment, excellent mentorship, and benefits including generous holidays and health support.