Seismology Postdoc: Stress & Seismic Hazard Modeling

Phase2 Technology; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent research institution in Austin is seeking a Seismology Postdoctoral Fellow to analyze geophysical data and develop models for earthquake risk mitigation. Responsibilities include conducting novel research, validating modeling factors, and presenting findings at conferences. Candidates should possess a PhD in geophysics or related fields, with programming skills in Matlab or Python. This role offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to seismic risk assessment and participate in peer-reviewed publications.

Qualifications

• PhD must have been received within 3 years from date of hire.
• Prior research experience with geophysical/geomechanical modeling.
• Good knowledge in software programming.

Responsibilities

• Provide novel research on geomechanical and pore pressure models.
• Contribute to collaborative research modeling stress changes in the subsurface.
• Present in meetings and conferences.
• Publish in peer review journals.

Skills

Geophysical modeling

Software programming

Hypothesis testing

Earthquake catalogs

Education

PhD in engineering, seismology or geophysics

Tools

Matlab

Python

Job description

A prominent research institution in Austin is seeking a Seismology Postdoctoral Fellow to analyze geophysical data and develop models for earthquake risk mitigation. Responsibilities include conducting novel research, validating modeling factors, and presenting findings at conferences. Candidates should possess a PhD in geophysics or related fields, with programming skills in Matlab or Python. This role offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to seismic risk assessment and participate in peer-reviewed publications.