Seismic Hazard, Vulnerability & Risk Research Associate

University of Sheffield; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Sheffield seeks a Research Associate to join its Engineering and Materials group to advance probabilistic seismic hazard, vulnerability, and risk assessment. You will develop maps and models for Uganda, using GIS data and seismological information, and contribute to multidisciplinary collaboration within an EPSRC-funded project team.

The role emphasizes research excellence, data analysis, and integration of engineering and modelling to enhance seismic resilience for international

Qualifications

• PhD in Civil and/or Structural Engineering, ideally with seismic risk assessment and management expertise.
• Develop probabilistic seismic hazard maps, vulnerability and exposure models for Uganda to quantify seismic risk and mitigation strategies.
• Analyse, categorise, and document collected seismological, geological, tectonic and built environment data and map in GIS.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and interpret results and present findings within the EPSRC project team.
• Develop seismic risk models and risk mitigation frameworks for Uganda.
• Collaborate with academic and project partners across multinational settings.

Skills

Research skills

Data analysis

GIS mapping

Seismic hazard modelling

Education

PhD in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

GIS

Job description

University of Sheffield seeks a Research Associate to join its Engineering and Materials group to advance probabilistic seismic hazard, vulnerability, and risk assessment. You will develop maps and models for Uganda, using GIS data and seismological information, and contribute to multidisciplinary collaboration within an EPSRC-funded project team.

The role emphasizes research excellence, data analysis, and integration of engineering and modelling to enhance seismic resilience for international