Postdoctoral Research Associate
University of Texas at Arlington
Posted: 11/14/2011
A postdoctoral research associate position in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences (EES) at the University of Texas at Arlington is available starting January 2012. Funding for this position is provided in part by NSF and NASA, through the ongoing CALIPSO project on the actively erupting Soufriere Hills volcano on Montserrat, West Indies (http://www.uta.edu/faculty/mattioli/research/CALIPSO/Intro.html). The initial appointment will be for one year and may be renewed for at least an additional year, with a satisfactory annual review.
The CALIPSO project focuses on using data from the CALIPSO Facility (borehole strain, seismometers, and surface cGPS) to develop models for the evolution and dynamics of the active SHV magmatic system over a range of temporal and spatial scales. The successful candidate should have a demonstrated background in one or more of the following areas: 1) inversion of surface deformation data; 2) FEM modeling of dynamic magmatic systems or volcano edifice instability; 3) analysis of borehole strain and/or seismic data; or 4) analysis of high-rate GPS data.
A Ph.D. in Earth Sciences or a related field is required and demonstrated computer and modeling skills are a must. Some familiarity with operation of remote geophysical data acquisition systems is desirable. Ability to work as part of a team, which includes graduate students and other CALIPSO PIs is essential. Completed applications consist of: a curriculum vitae; statement of research experience and goals; and names and contact information of at least four individuals who would be willing to provide letters of recommendation.
Applications should be submitted by December 1, 2011, but will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled. If possible, interviews will be conducted at Fall AGU, or by phone. Applications in Adobe PDF format should be submitted electronically to .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). Print applications may be mailed to: Dr. Glen S. Mattioli, Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Texas at Arlington, 500 Yates St., Arlington, Texas 76019.
UT Arlington is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A criminal background check will be conducted on finalists.
Submitted by: Leslie Linn, U. Texas at Arlington
