[iris-bulk] (Job) Volcano Seismologist Position, USGS

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The USGS Volcano Hazards Team seeks a volcano seismologist to join its
Volcano Disaster Assistance Program (VDAP).  VDAP is a partnership  
program
with USAID's Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance, which provides
technical assistance in volcano monitoring science and technology to
developing countries world-wide through crisis response, capacity
building, and training. We seek an individual with a desire to  
contribute
to the welfare of others by enhancing VDAP's program of international
cooperation in volcano hazard mitigation.
The successful candidate will conduct remote and on-site monitoring of
volcanic seismicity, consult with and train foreign counterparts,  
install
seismic networks, and conduct research in eruption forecasting. The
position provides an opportunity to interpret seismicity that precedes  
and
accompanies eruptions in varied geologic and tectonic settings, and
thereby to advance understanding of the origin of volcanic earthquakes.
Investigations are designed to foster partnerships with international
scientists, and with sensitivity to the publication and policy needs of
colleagues and co-authors in other countries.
Qualifications are listed at
http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/SEC-IV/B/GS1300/1313.HTM , and include
experience in seismology and seismic monitoring, authorship of  
scientific
publications, and contributions that have advanced the field of volcano
seismology.  Completion of a Ph.D. is desirable, but not required. Work
experience in foreign countries and foreign language skills are also
desirable. The position is based at the Cascades Volcano Observatory in
Vancouver, WA; however, routine travel to collaborate with colleagues at
other USGS offices is expected.  In addition, the position may include  
as
much as several months/year of international travel.  Appointment is
initially made for 24 months. It can be extended noncompetitively up  
to a
4 year limit. This is a Federal Civil Service position with full  
benefits.
Starting salary is either $68,512 or $81,472 depending on  
qualifications.
Applicants must apply on line at http://www.usgs.gov/ohr/oars/ to be
considered.  If you have additional questions about the position, please
contact John Ewert at 360-993-8912, Rose Wheeler at 650-329-4084 or  
Manuel
Nathenson at 650-329-5292. Closing date for application is 24 March  
2008.
Applicants must be United States citizens.  The USGS is an equal
opportunity employer.  USGS Announcement WR-2008-0242.


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