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JOB TITLE: Research Technician 1 - Seismology  
DEPARTMENT: Geophysical Institute 
GRADE/SALARY: 75 / DOE 
PCN: 924763 & 924764  
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Regular, Full-Time, Non-Exempt 
OPENING DATE :  October 8, 2004 
CLOSING DATE: October 22, 2004 

This job is crucial to the functioning of the Alaska Earthquake Information 
Center , in so far as the daily earthquakes occurring in Alaska must be 
analyzed and catalogued accurately and reliably. Without a qualified, 
competent analysis staff the observatory and the researchers who rely on 
its data cannot operate. The focus of this position will be in support of 
tsunami hazards and modeling as initiated by large earthquakes. 

Typical Duties 
Process seismic data - pick arrivals of seismic waves and take amplitude 
frequency measurements. Run earthquake location program and evaluate accuracy 
and stability of calculated solution. Obtain data from non-routine sources 
in order to enhance data quality and completeness, and integrate it into the 
archives. Document Data errors, circuit, channel telemetry problems as they 
appear in the data - notify supervisor or engineers. Manage file space in order 
to maintain functioning of automatic acquisition software - more data when 
necessary or alert supervisor when archiving is necessary. 
Be able to respond to earthquake or volcano alarms and take the appropriate 
action if necessary.  Prepare weekly seismicity report, present at weekly data 
meeting.  Help provide tours of the seismology lab to visiting groups.  Field 
telephone calls to the seismology lab and to the appropriate individual, 
answer questions regarding earthquakes and tsunamis.  In a volcano crisis, be 
able to assist in keeping analysis of volcanic data up-to-date so better 
decisions regarding eruption likelihood can be made. Participate occasionally 
in fieldwork at seismic stations. 

Minimum Qualifications 
Bachelor's degree in earth or physical science needed, as the basic 
understanding of physics, mechanics and mathematical results of location 
algorithm requires this minimum education/or equivalent experience. Understand 
mechanics of wave propagation, earth structure, and multiple arrivals. 
Understand normal patterns of seismicity, earthquake, and tsunami behavior in 
Alaska.  Mathematical skills adequate to interpret errors and results in 
analysis calculations.  Familiarity with UNIX operating system, SUN 
workstations, tape drives, disk drives, Internet connections. 
Strong communication skills both verbal and written. 

Application: A UAF employment application must be submitted. This form can 
be downloaded at: (http://www.gi.alaska.edu/admin/human_resources/) or picked 
up in person. Submit application with resume, cover letter and at least 3 
references by 5 p.m. on closing date to: Julie Wegner , Human Resource 
Coordinator, Geophysical Institute, University of Alaska Fairbanks, 
(903 Koyukuk Drive), P.O. Box 757320, Fairbanks, AK  99775-7320, 
Tel:  (907) 474-7791; Fax: (907) 474-7395  E-mail: julie.wegner@gi.alaska.edu

The University of Alaska Fairbanks is an equal employment opportunity/
affirmative action employer and educational institution .