SEISMOLOGIST / ANALYST

The International Seismological Centre (ISC) is planning to fill a  
full-time position of Seismologist / Analyst from Aug 1, 2009.  
Initially this post is for 2 years with a 6 month probation period and  
the possibility of extension.  The ISC values its experienced  
personnel and always happy to retain qualified and dedicated staff.

The successful candidate will be expected to continue on a daily basis  
with one of the most important ISC duties – analysing the contents of  
the ISC Bulletin.  Fulfilling these duties would involve review of  
automatic hypocentre solutions, reported source parameters and station  
picks for approximately 40,000 earthquakes and explosions per year  
recorded by a network of more than 4,000 seismic stations worldwide.  
Occasional communication with seismologists from about 120  
institutions contributing data to the ISC is also part of the job.  
This is clearly not a research position although occasionally the ISC  
analysts are involved in investigating ways to improve the ISC  
operations and services to global seismological community.

A suitable candidate should have

·       a degree in Geophysics or related fields

·       experience in regional and global observational seismology,  
including waveform analysis

·       dedicated meticulous attitude to data

·       working knowledge of English and

·       the ability to work as part of a friendly international team

Familiarity with LINUX and knowledge of other widely spoken languages  
would be an advantage. A successful candidate will be given  
appropriate training and guidance that often lasts in excess of 6  
months.

The starting salary will be approximately £25K per annum, consistent  
with UK Academic scales, with 6 weeks paid holiday.  Overseas  
employees will be provided with assistance in initial travelling,  
establishing accommodation and obtaining a UK Work Permit (Certificate  
of Sponsorship) if required.

To apply, please send your CV with an accent on the above requirements  
and the names and e-mail addresses of two referees to the ISC  
Administration Officer, Mrs Maureen Aspinwall, at admin@isc.ac.uk  
before June 8, 2009.