From irismail at iris.washington.edu Wed Mar 3 13:26:14 2010 From: irismail at iris.washington.edu (IRIS) Date: Wed, 3 Mar 2010 13:26:14 -0800 Subject: [iris-bulk] Unprecedented Opportunity in Chile Needs Your Immediate Response Message-ID: <5AEA6A06-AC44-446C-9C06-06CD2C0D3849@iris.washington.edu> Dear Colleagues, In the aftermath of the Magnitude 8.8 earthquake in Chile, we have been discussing with our Chile colleagues and the IRIS staff how the U.S. seismological community could best respond. This is an unprecedented opportunity to deploy a significant number of seismic stations for 4-5 months to capture an aftershock sequence for a community-wide open data set that could be used for a large range of scientific studies. Given the scope of the aftershock area and realities of the logistics, we are proposing a community-coordinated response. All data would open providing a ?coordinated seismic data product? for the 2010 Chile Earthquake. We need an immediate response from the community on your interest and recommendations for scientific targets and deployment strategies. This effort will have to be carefully coordinated with our Chilean colleagues, so the deployment plan will also be influenced by their interests and logistics in the field. We would also like some indication if you are interested and able to go into the field to assist in the deployment (Spanish speakers with international deployment experience would be ideal). Initial discussions suggest that we could have as many as 50-100 instruments. Time is short so we would like to hear from those interested in the next 24 hours. IRIS, with the help of the community, is prepared to request funding using the NSF RAPID proposal mechanism for the deployment costs. Funding for science projects using this data would come from NSF PI-driven proposals to be submitted later by the PIs. There are still many details to work out, but time is critical so we need to move quickly. Please indicate your interest in developing the science and deployment plan and/or in assisting with the fieldwork within the next 24 hours by emailing chile at iris.edu. We will be working to develop the science and deployment plans in the next few days. Susan Beck Chair, IRIS Board of Directors Richard Allen Chair, IRIS PASSCAL Standing Committee -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From mruiz at email.unc.edu Wed Mar 3 21:38:34 2010 From: mruiz at email.unc.edu (mruiz at email.unc.edu) Date: Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:38:34 -0500 Subject: [iris-bulk] abstract request for AGU Joint Assembly Message-ID: <20100304003834.hta2odeykkckkggg@webmail4.isis.unc.edu> Dear Colleagues, Please consider submitting your manuscript to the following session on volcano monitoring to be held at the 2010 Assembly in Iguassu Falls, Brazil from August 8 to 13, 2010. The abstract deadline for electronic submission is March 31, 2010. NH02: Advances in Volcano Monitoring in Latin America Sponsor: Natural Hazards Description: Modern observational instruments such as broadband seismometers, infrasonic sensors, GPS, gravimeters, and spectrometers have been implemented at volcanoes in Latin America in the last decades. These high-quality data combined with developments in analysis and modeling techniques have improved our abilities to monitor and understand precursory and eruptive phenomena. We especially encourage those contributions that address the following topics: (1) Application of new techniques to improve volcano monitoring, (2) Observational constraints on eruption processes, and (3) Physical modeling of eruptions and related phenomena. Submission information can be found at: http://agu-ja10.abstractcentral.com/ Conveners: Mario Calixto Ruiz and Hiroyuki Kumagai mruiz at igepn.edu.ec From irismail at iris.washington.edu Thu Mar 4 07:58:16 2010 From: irismail at iris.washington.edu (IRIS) Date: Thu, 4 Mar 2010 07:58:16 -0800 Subject: [iris-bulk] (Job) Postdoctoral Research Seismologist - Hawaiian Volcano Observatory Message-ID: <663D15A2-05DC-44D3-921E-209F5BF2F605@iris.washington.edu> Postdoctoral fellow, Center for the Study of Active Volcanoes (CSAV), UH Hilo (HI, USA), one-year appointment, to begin May 1, 2010, with renewal dependent on performance and availability of funds. The incumbent will be based at the United States Geological Survey's Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO). We seek a motivated individual to work with the HVO seismic group on a range of possible seismic/volcanic research projects that will integrate with and compliment ongoing HVO research topics and cataloging of seismic volcanic activity. These include, but are not limited to, identifying and characterizing volcanic tremor sources, real-time quantification of station quality and network status, algorithms for real-time earthquake location, joint infrasound and seismic processing, and imaging techniques to constrain three- dimensional seismological structure using broadband and short-period seismic data. HVO?s ongoing seismic network upgrades will provide the opportunity to assist in the design and installation of new seismic stations and communication networks that are critical for real-time seismic data monitoring. Qualifications: Ph. D. in geophysics. Experience with real-time seismic data processing systems, earthquake cataloging, digital signal processing, data visualization, or seismic imaging and tomographic techniques strongly desired. Experience with field deployment of digital seismic networks and the ability to participate in field station visits (e.g., able to lift and carry batteries, equipment, etc.) is also desired. The position offers a stipend of $5000/mo to qualified individuals. To apply: Please submit letter of application, resume, and documentation of status of Ph.D. degree along with names of three professional references to: Dr. Donald Thomas, CSAV, University of Hawai`i at Hilo, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo, HI 96720-4096 (dthomas at soest.hawaii.edu ). For additional information please contact: Dr. Donald Thomas (dthomas at soest.hawaii.edu ), Dr. James Kauahikaua (jimk at usgs.gov), or Dr. Paul Okubo (pokubo at usgs.gov ). This position announcement will remain open until filled. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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URL: From irismail at iris.washington.edu Fri Mar 5 08:01:13 2010 From: irismail at iris.washington.edu (IRIS) Date: Fri, 5 Mar 2010 08:01:13 -0800 Subject: [iris-bulk] Summer Student Internship, IRIS/PASSCAL Instrument Center Message-ID: <840F465D-97AE-4CB3-8989-228EE098BE4B@iris.washington.edu> Summer Student Internship, IRIS/PASSCAL Instrument Center and EarthScope USArray Array Operations Facility at New Mexico Tech. The Incorporated Research Institutions for Seismology (IRIS) Program for Array Seismic Studies of the Continental Lithosphere (PASSCAL) has an opening for a 2010 summer student intern at the IRIS PASSCAL Instrument Center at New Mexico Tech. The duration of the internship is flexible (up to three months). If scheduling allows, the intern will also take part in the late May IRIS Education and Outreach Orientation Week at New Mexico Tech (www.iris.edu/internship/info/orientation) in association with the IRIS Summer Undergraduate Internship program. We seek an advanced undergraduate or graduate student with seismic experiment design, field methods, seismograph electronics, and data processing interests. For general information, please visit www.passcal.nmt.edu , or contact PASSCAL Instrument Center Director Bruce Beaudoin (575-835-5070; bruce at passcal.nmt.edu). The internship includes a weekly stipend, living expenses, round-trip travel funds to Socorro, NM, and tuition support to cover NMT summer registration as a special graduate student. To apply, send a letter summarizing interests, college transcripts, and at least one appropriate letter of recommendation to: PASSCAL Summer Intern Committee, c/o Bruce Beaudoin, IRIS PASSCAL Instrument Center, New Mexico Tech, 100 East Rd., Socorro, NM 87801. For full consideration, materials must be received by April 15, 2010. Details: The internship is designed for a student with a background in Earth Science who is interested in seismic field methods, electronics, and data processing. The IRIS/PASSCAL Instrument Center, funded by the National Science Foundation via the IRIS consortium, maintains and helps deploy large numbers portable seismographs (Reftek and Quanterra), broadband sensors (Streckheisen, Guralp, Nanometrics), portable telemetered networks, and high-resolution cable reflection systems (Geometrics) that are heavily utilized by the U.S. research community and international partners. The successful candidate will learn about the technology and maintenance of state-of-the-art seismic equipment, potentially assist in deployments in the US and overseas, and participate in seismic data processing under the direction of the Instrument Center Director and Staff. The intern will register as a special student for 6 credits of Directed Study (Geophysics 581) under the advisorship of PASSCAL Instrument Center P.I. and NMT Geophysics Professor Richard Aster. At least one week prior to the conclusion of the internship, the intern will submit a report not to exceed 15 pages summarizing tasks performed and observations/suggestions pertinent to PASSCAL program operations and future Education and Outreach efforts. The intern will be given a personal allowance of $575/week for tuition, fees, books, and living expenses. Transportation costs to and from New Mexico Tech will be reimbursed up to $3,500, as will room and board costs up to $1700. For further information, please contact Bruce Beaudoin (see above) or Rick Aster (aster at ees.nmt.edu; 575-835-5924). -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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The successful candidate must have an excellent, demonstrated research record in relevant areas such as exploration geophysics or crustal seismology, and is expected to establish and lead a strong multidisciplinary research program. The position includes many opportunities to work closely with geophysical, geological, and engineering colleagues within the Mewbourne College of Earth and Energy. Our preferred applicant will have demonstrated, hands-on expertise in 3D seismic processing, seismic imaging, seismic modeling and/or seismic tomography. Experience in field data acquisition is a plus. The candidate will be required to supervise M.S. and Ph.D. graduate students pursuing a career in the exploration industry, and must also be an excellent educator, with commitment to both undergraduate and graduate (M.S. and Ph.D.) education. A Ph.D. degree in geophysics or a closely related field is required. Salary and benefits will be competitive and commensurate with experience and anticipated potential. The Mewbourne College of Earth & Energy possesses extensive industry- standard software and well-equipped and maintained computing labs for seismic reflection processing, analysis, and interpretation on both PC and LINUX platforms as well as seismic refraction data analysis and rock properties laboratory facilities. Excellent field equipment for seismic and potential studies is also available. Additional information about the College and the entities that it houses can be found at http://mcee.ou.edu. Review of candidates will begin March 1, 2010 and continue until the position is filled. The anticipated starting date is August 1, 2010. Applicants are requested to submit a complete vita/resume, statement of research and teaching interests, and a list of five references who can be contacted, including names, phone numbers, e-mail addresses, and complete mailing addresses. Questions or requests for additional information and nominations may be addressed to Dean Larry R. Grillot at (405) 325-3821, or lrgrillot at ou.edu. Applications should be addressed to Dean Grillot at: University of Oklahoma, Sarkeys Energy Center, 100 E. Boyd Street, Room 510, Norman, OK. 73019-1008. The University of Oklahoma is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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The successful candidate must have an excellent, demonstrated research record in relevant areas such as exploration geophysics or crustal seismology, and is expected to establish and lead a strong multidisciplinary research program. The position includes many opportunities to work closely with geophysical, geological, and engineering colleagues within the Mewbourne College of Earth and Energy. Our preferred applicant will have demonstrated, hands-on expertise in 3D seismic processing, seismic imaging, seismic modeling and/or seismic tomography. Experience in field data acquisition is a plus. The candidate will be required to supervise M.S. and Ph.D. graduate students pursuing a career in the exploration industry, and must also be an excellent educator, with commitment to both undergraduate and graduate (M.S. and ! Ph.D.) education. A Ph.D. degree in geophysics or a closely related field is required. Salary and benefits will be competitive and commensurate with experience and anticipated potential. The Mewbourne College of Earth & Energy possesses extensive industry- standard software and well-equipped and maintained computing labs for seismic reflection processing, analysis, and interpretation on both PC and LINUX platforms as well as seismic refraction data analysis and rock properties laboratory facilities. Excellent field equipment for seismic and potential studies is also available. Additional information about the College and the entities that it houses can be found at http://mcee.ou.edu. Review of candidates will begin April 1, 2010 and continue until the position is filled. The anticipated starting date is August 1, 2010. Applicants are requested to submit a complete vita/resume, statement of research and teaching interests, and a list of five references who can be contacted, including names, phone numbers, e-mail addresses, and complete mailing addresses. Questions or requests for additional information and nominations may be addressed to Dean Larry R. Grillot at (405) 325-3821, or lrgrillot at ou.edu. Applications should be addressed to Dean Grillot at: University of Oklahoma, Sarkeys Energy Center, 100 E. Boyd Street, Room 510, Norman, OK. 73019-1008. The University of Oklahoma is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From irismail at iris.washington.edu Tue Mar 9 09:30:35 2010 From: irismail at iris.washington.edu (IRIS) Date: Tue, 9 Mar 2010 09:30:35 -0800 Subject: [iris-bulk] Margins of the Americas: Slabs, plates, and keels Message-ID: <8C76291D-4AC9-4BF3-A93E-D3BFF6C19C4B@iris.washington.edu> Dear friends and colleagues, We would like to invite you to contribute to our session Margins of the Americas: Constraining the interactions between slabs, plates, and keels (T07) at The Meeting of the Americas, August 8-13, 2010, Foz do Igua?u, Brasil. Some of the most spectacular geology is related to the interactions between slabs and cratonic keels. From Alaska to Chile, subduction zones exhibit varied kinematics, slab morphology, and upper plate and in-slab deformation. Slabs affect mantle flow, including upper mantle small-scale convection, and the lithosphere, such as the North and South American continental interiors. We seek contributions from seismology, geodynamics, tectonics, and geodesy that focus on, but are not necessarily limited to, studies of convergent margins of the Americas. Our distinguished keynote speakers will likely include Rob Clayton (Caltech), Muriel Gerbault (U Santiago, Chile/Nice U, France), Vlad Manea (UNAM Mexico City), and Stephane Rondenay (MIT). The conference and our session promises to be an exciting venue for stimulating discussions on similarities and differences between convergent margins, along the American plates, and elsewhere. We hope that you will join us! Please note that the ABSTRACT DEADLINE IS MARCH 31. Links to relevant sites are below, please contact us should you have any questions, and apologies for any cross-postings. Best, Meghan S. Miller and Thorsten Becker University of Southern California Web links on the Information Superhighway: - Meeting web site: http://www.agu.org/meetings/ja10/ - Abstract submission: http://www.agu.org/meetings/ja10/program/abstract_submissions.php - Detailed session description: http://www.agu.org/meetings/ja10/program/scientific_session_search.php?show=detail&sessid=216 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From ecalais at purdue.edu Wed Mar 10 14:17:30 2010 From: ecalais at purdue.edu (Eric Calais) Date: Wed, 10 Mar 2010 17:17:30 -0500 Subject: [iris-bulk] AGU Meeting of the Americas - U13: The Haiti 2010 earthquake Message-ID: Dear colleagues, Please consider contributing a presentation to the 2010 AGU "Meeting of the Americas" in session U13: The 2010 Haiti Earthquake, Lessons for Seismic Hazard and Societal Impacts in the Caribbean. The meeting will be held at Foz do Iguassu, Brazil, August 8-13, 2010. You will find detailed information at: http://www.agu.org/meetings/ja10/. This Union session on the Haiti earthquake aims at providing up-to- date scientific information on this event, its geological and geophysical context, but also at discussing the broader perspective of seismic hazard in the Caribbean as well as implications for seismic hazard policies, earthquake education, and earthquake science diplomacy. We hope to see you in Brazil in August. Please keep in mind that the deadline for abstract submission is March 31. Best regards, Eric, Claude, Jean-Bernard, Jaime ======== The 2010 Haiti Earthquake, Lessons for Seismic Hazard and Societal Impacts in the Caribbean The catastrophic Haiti earthquake occurred in an area where seismic hazard (as given by GSHAP) was not reported as being high, in spite of identified active faults. The extreme vulnerability of the population was a major factor in the intensity of damage. We invite papers on all aspects of this earthquake and implications for seismic hazard in the Caribbean: earthquake source properties, regional strain modeling and potential for future earthquakes, seismic hazard policies, and new monitoring strategies. We also encourage papers discussing how scientific information is best conveyed to decision makers. Conveners: Jean-Bernard Chabalier, IPGP; Observatoire Volcanologigue et Sismologique de Guadeloupe, France Eric Calais, Purdue University, USA Claude Prepetit, Bureau of Mines and Energy, Haiti Jaime Urrutia Fucugauchi, Universidad Nacional A de Mexico ======== ----------------------------------- Eric Calais, Professor Voice: (765) 496-2915 Dept. of Earth & Atmospheric Sciences Fax: (765) 496-1210 Purdue University ecalais at purdue.edu West Lafayette, IN 47907, USA http://web.ics.purdue.edu/~ecalais -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From irismail at iris.washington.edu Thu Mar 11 08:29:46 2010 From: irismail at iris.washington.edu (IRIS) Date: Thu, 11 Mar 2010 08:29:46 -0800 Subject: [iris-bulk] 2nd Announcement, Crustal Deformation Modeling Workshop, June 14-18, 2010 Message-ID: <7442B9B1-7552-45FF-8CC5-9891039AF1C9@iris.washington.edu> 2nd Announcement for the 2010 Crustal Deformation Modeling Workshop June 14-18, 2010, Colorado School of Mines, Golden, CO Interest survey (please take 10 seconds to fill this out) http://www.geodynamics.org/cig/workinggroups/short/workshops/cdm-10/cdm10-interest-survey Workshop web page http://geodynamics.org/cig/workinggroups/short/workshops/cdm-10/ The focus of this gathering will be computational models addressing crustal deformation over the the seismic cycle across single and multiple events. Other related topics, such as the mechanical properties of the lithosphere and crustal deformation from volcanic sources will also be discussed. The workshop will blend science talks on case studies from particular faulting environments and on key rheological behavior with discussions of current obstacles to crustal deformation modeling. As in previous years, topics will also span a variety of computational issues including how to go from a geologic structural model to a finite-element model, various numerical issues such as choosing discretization schemes and meshing strategies, and consideration of different bulk and fault zone rheologies. Another explicit goal of this workshop is to provide basic training in the installation, use, and customization of existing, freely available modeling software for crustal deformation. There will be dedicated time throughout the workshop for hands-on interaction with other users and developers of the primary existing tools. This year's workshop will be held June 14-18, 2010, in Golden, Colorado on the campus of the Colorado School of Mines. The first two days of the workshop will be tutorials (Day 1: beginner, Day 2: intermediate/advanced) followed by three days of science talks, discussions, and informal tutorials and collaboration. We expect to be able to provide reimbursement for a portion of the costs incurred for registered attendees with official appointments at U.S. institutions. There will be no registration fees. More details will be announced in early April. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From kiser at fas.harvard.edu Thu Mar 11 11:00:39 2010 From: kiser at fas.harvard.edu (Eric Kiser) Date: Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:00:39 -0500 Subject: [iris-bulk] Chile Earthquake Message-ID: The Harvard seismology group has applied the back-projection technique to Hi-net and USArray Transportable Array data to image the rupture properties of the February 27, 2010 Chilean earthquake. 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We have established an initial team of five university members and three PASSCAL Instrument Center staff who are ready to head to the field next week for the initial deployment in the earthquake rupture zone and environs. They will collaborate with the scientific staff at the University of Chile and coordinate the instrument siting and data exchange with a number of US and European groups who are also installing seismic and geodetic instrumentation. We plan to open a special page on the IRIS website next week that will provide you with more information on the deployment and give news updates from the field. From irismail at iris.washington.edu Fri Mar 19 09:08:55 2010 From: irismail at iris.washington.edu (IRIS) Date: Fri, 19 Mar 2010 09:08:55 -0700 Subject: [iris-bulk] Employment Opportunity - IRIS PASSCAL Program Manager Message-ID: The Incorporated Research Institutions for Seismology seeks a dynamic and forward-looking scientist or engineer with managerial and instrumentation experience to serve as Program Manager for the Program for Array Seismic Studies of the Continental Lithosphere (PASSCAL). The preferred candidate will have an advanced degree or equivalent experience in engineering or science and ten or more years experience leading research or facilities programs in academia, related government agencies or industry. The PASSCAL facility based at New Mexico Tech is managed by the IRIS Consortium and is funded primarily by the National Science Foundation. This facility provides access to a broad range of portable seismic instruments, field training and support, and data services to assist seismological research on earthquakes and Earth structure. The PASSCAL Program Manager provides leadership and technical advice in the development, operation and evolution of PASSCAL, including oversight of the subaward for facility operation at New Mexico Tech. The successful candidate must demonstrate vision and an ability for sustained leadership, and be capable of managing in a challenging, dynamic and highly rewarding scientific and technical environment. Significant travel is required. The position will be located in Socorro, New Mexico or Washington, D.C. IRIS offers competitive salaries, an excellent benefits package and a collegial work environment. IRIS is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes a diverse pool of candidates. Consideration of applications will begin in early May, and the position will remain open until filled. 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The selection committee seeks nominations from the seismological community for a speaker who could present a public lecture specifically on the topic of the New Madrid earthquakes. The goal of the program is to increase the general public?s awareness and excitement for seismology through increased exposure. The lecture will be presented at least four times to general audiences at museums, universities or other public venues with target audiences of 200 or more. IRIS Education and Outreach and SSA will cover costs and assist with presentation, preparation, travel and other expenses. Each lecturer will also receive a $1000 honorarium. Lecturers must be resident in the US during 2011. Past experience and perspective on successfully communicating seismological ideas to large public audiences are desirable. Self-nominations are encouraged. For full consideration, nominations must be received by Friday March 26, 2010. More information, including past speakers and their presentations can be found at http://www.iris.edu/hq/programs/education_and_outreach/distinguished_lectureship Nominations can be sent via email to: mcquillan at iris.edu. Sincerely, Patrick McQuillan -- Patrick McQuillan Education & Outreach Specialist "Advancing awareness and understanding of seismology & Earth science while inspiring careers in geophysics" IRIS 1200 New York Ave., NW, Suite 800 Washington, DC 20005 Tel: 202-682-2220 Fax: 202-682-2444 www.iris.edu From irismail at iris.washington.edu Mon Mar 22 13:43:05 2010 From: irismail at iris.washington.edu (IRIS) Date: Mon, 22 Mar 2010 13:43:05 -0700 Subject: [iris-bulk] SEDI 2010 registration is open Message-ID: ---- The SEDI 2010 conference will take place in Santa Barbara, California from July 18th to July 23rd, 2010. 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The successful candidate will be responsible for installation and operation of high- frequency and broadband seismographs as well as equipment maintenance. The candidate will also be responsible for processing and archiving data. We are looking for an organized, self-motivated individual who can both lead a field group, and act as a team member as appropriate. Field experience is desirable but not required. Starting salary Range: $50,000-$55,000/year. Initial appointment is for 2 years, with permanent employment following the 2 year trial period. Rice University offers staff members a comprehensive benefit package. Contact Fenglin Niu (niu at rice.edu) or Alan Levander (alan at rice.edu) Rice is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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The USGS awards approximately 90 research grants to universities, state geological surveys and private institutions. Key projects include cataloging earthquakes in southern California to better prepare emergency responders, the public and the media about earthquakes; providing seismic hazard estimates so communities and critical institutions can engineer their buildings and roads to be structurally sound; and providing data on ground shaking to help minimize damage. "We seek research proposals focused on the geographical areas in the United States that are most at risk from earthquakes, earthquake physics, earthquake effects and nationally applicable earthquake hazards issues," said Elizabeth Lemersal, external research support manager for the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program. A complete list of funded projects and reports can be found on the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program external research support Web site. USGS provides science for a changing world. 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The purpose of the workshop is to bring together U.S. scientists and program managers engaged in geoscience research in Africa and their African collaborators to examine and codify the scientific rationale for expanding the AfricaArray seismic network into a multidisciplinary science network. The workshop will assemble participants from a range of science fields that are interested in exploring the benefits of a single instrumentation initiative addressing the science needs of several geoscience disciplines, including, but not limited to, atmospheric science (including climate), geodesy, geography, hydrology, seismology, and space weather. Registration and other information can be found at: http://africaarray.unavco.org/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Emphasis is placed on new insights into the processes that have formed and modified the continental crust and lithospheric mantle. We hope that you will join us to celebrate this anniversary with stimulating presentations and lively debate on current issues of lithospheric structure and evolution Please note that the ABSTRACT DEADLINE IS 23:59 Eastern Daylight Time on MARCH 31 . Links to relevant sites are below, please contact us should you have any questions, and apologies for any cross-postings. Meeting web site: http://www.agu.org/meetings/ja10/ Abstract submission: http://www.agu.org/meetings/ja10/program/abstract_submissions.php Session description: http://www.agu.org/meetings/ja10/program/scientific_session_search.php?show=detail&sessid=177 Sponsor: Seismology CoSponsor: Geodesy Tectonophysics Best regards, Walter D Mooney US Geological Survey (650) 329-4764 mooney at usgs.gov Larry D Brown Cornell University, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences (607) 255-6346 ldb7 at cornell.edu -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From irismail at iris.washington.edu Thu Mar 25 11:09:57 2010 From: irismail at iris.washington.edu (IRIS) Date: Thu, 25 Mar 2010 11:09:57 -0700 Subject: [iris-bulk] Joint Assembly Special Session S06 Message-ID: Please consider a submission to Special Session S06 at the Joint Assembly. We are particularly interested in presentations highlighting international collaborative work, and capacity development in the geophysical sciences and monitoring infrastructure. Seeds of Cooperation: Geophysical monitoring networks, international collaborations and sustainable scientific growth. Recent investments in seismological and geodetic monitoring networks support cross-border collaborations in research and education as well as sustainable scientific capacity-building in countries throughout Latin America and the Caribbean. International cooperation in data collection has led to improvements in natural hazard risk assessments, resource management, and the growth of scientific capacity and a technical workforce. This session will explore policy and technical aspects of network deployments and inter-network data exchange, integration of national and global networks, the development of regional and international data management systems, and the utility of data products for basic scientific research, education and natural hazard risk reduction. In particular, the session will highlight successful collaborations in seismology and tectonophysics from scientific and policy perspectives. Convenors: Art Lerner-Lam lerner at ldeo.columbia.edu +1 845-365-8356 Anne Meltzer Hugo Yepes -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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In the years to come, PASSCAL will need experienced, forward thinking leadership to help it continue its current activities while also working creatively to take the program into the future. This person will be instrumental in navigating issues such as identifying technological advances for next-generation portable instrumentation, developing solutions for evolving needs of the PASSCAL community, merging parts of USArray with PASSCAL core operations, and identifying funding to sustain and grow PASSCAL facilities and activities. Finding this person won't be easy, and we ask for your help (yes, you!) in identifying and recruiting strong applicants. We are interested in applicants from a broad range of backgrounds, both within and external to the seismological community. Please bring this exciting opportunity (see http://www.iris.edu/hq/employment) to the attention of candidates you see as the future leader for PASSCAL. 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Lead planning and budgeting efforts for current and upcoming program IT needs including research of appropriate software, hardware and resources; proposal development and presentations. ? Identify shared project needs and provide appropriate infrastructure solutions. ? Coordinate with proposal writers for IT planning and budgeting as necessary. ? Maintain and implement policies and procedures in order to meet all cybersecurity requirements of the organization. ? Monitor and maintain the datacenter in Boulder including the physical environment, Internet connectivity, and expansion planning. ? Perform all network engineering tasks for the organization including the support of DNS, LDAP, NTP, routers, switches, firewalls, remote access, and wireless access. ? Perform all system administrator duties for Program Support, the President?s Office, and Education and Outreach including helpdesk activities, server administration, and software development support. ? Establish and maintain a documentation system for the organization and coordinate IT documentation efforts. ? Support IT and audiovisual equipment needs for all departments in the organization for the UNAVCO classroom, boardroom, and other meeting activities including support for workshops, committee meetings, and colloquia. ? Serve as a back-up system administrator for other departments as needed. ? Stay abreast of pertinent trends in IT and maintain contact with other IT professionals working in our community to promote synergies. ? Other duties may be assigned as necessary for the successful operation of the business. To perform this job successfully, this individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE ? Strong project management skills including project planning, budgeting, and implementation. ? Excellent people technical leadership abilities ? Excellent system administration skills in a UNIX server environment, preferably Solaris, Window Server experience is also desired. ? Experience with datacenter management and network engineering. ? Excellent written and oral communication skills and presentation abilities. ? Working knowledge of industry best practices with regard to cybersecurity. ? Experience with standard business IT services including email, web, calendaring, file services, directory management, and backups. ? Experience with Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux. ? Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills. ? Solomon business software support experience desired. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE ? Bachelor?s degree in computer science or a related field ? At least eight years of relevant experience in a small to medium sized business preferably in a scientific or academic organization, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Physical Demands Be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds. Must be able to bend, crawl and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include those necessary to operate computers. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From irismail at iris.washington.edu Mon Mar 29 08:28:32 2010 From: irismail at iris.washington.edu (IRIS) Date: Mon, 29 Mar 2010 08:28:32 -0700 Subject: [iris-bulk] (Job) University Lectureship in Geophysics at Cambridge University Message-ID: <021F6C9E-86C0-487D-9CC4-E194E13490CC@iris.washington.edu> UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE DEPARTMENT OF EARTH SCIENCES University Lectureship in Geophysics We invite applications from those whose research bears on any aspect of field, laboratory-based or computational Geophysics, including marine geophysics, seismology, gravity, tectonics and geodynamics, and in the application of physics to other fields of the Earth Sciences. The Department has a strong tradition of broad-based interactive teaching and research across these and other disciplines. The person appointed will be expected to contribute to the Department's undergraduate teaching at various levels, and to take part in field teaching. At elementary level they may be asked to help with teaching outside their field of specialisation. We welcome applications from persons with degrees in Earth Sciences, Physics, or Mathematics. The person appointed will be expected to contribute to the research activity of the Department, to supervise research students and actively to seek external funds to support their research. The Department assists new academic staff as much as possible to establish their research in Cambridge. Please contact the Administrator (mij10 at esc.cam.ac.uk) for further particulars and information about current research in the Department. The appointment will be made at an appropriate point on the scale for University Lecturers (?36,715 to ?46,510 a year) and will be for a probationary period of five years with appointment to the retiring age thereafter, subject to satisfactory performance. Applications consisting of a full curriculum vitae, list of publications, a 1,000 word statement of research interests and future plans, and the names and contact details of three academic referees, should reach the Administrator (mij10 at esc.cam.ac.uk) no later than Wednesday 26 May, 2010. The application should also be accompanied by a completed form PD18 (Parts I and III, available from http://www.admin.cam.ac.uk/offices/hr/forms/pd18/ ). Candidates are also requested to ask their referees to write direct to the Administrator by Wednesday 26 May, 2010 (mij10 at esc.cam.ac.uk). Interviews will be held in the week of 28 June to 2 July 2010. See also our website http://www.esc.cam.ac.uk Department of Earth Sciences, Downing Street, Cambridge CB2 3EQ, UK. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From irismail at iris.washington.edu Tue Mar 30 07:48:31 2010 From: irismail at iris.washington.edu (IRIS) Date: Tue, 30 Mar 2010 07:48:31 -0700 Subject: [iris-bulk] 2010 IRIS Workshop Registration Is Open Message-ID: 2010 IRIS Workshop June 9-11 Snowbird Ski & Summer Resort Snowbird, Utah The 2010 IRIS Workshop registration is now open: http://www.iris.edu/hq/iris_workshop/ Please register and make your hotel reservations before Friday, May 7, 2010. Additional deadlines and workshop information is included in the above link. The IRIS Workshop will celebrate the 25th anniversary of IRIS - and look ahead to an exciting future for the Earth sciences. With the recent publication of "Seismological Grand Challenges in Understanding Earth's Dynamic Systems", the IRIS Consortium of over 110 U.S. universities has a very special opportunity: to use these Grand Challenges to shape plans for continuing evolution of the facilities that support geophysical research. The Workshop will include plenary presentations on cutting-edge investigations related to many of the Grand Challenges, organized into sessions on Exploration & Near-Surface Seismology, the Science of Fault Slip and Earthquake Rupture, Mantle Dynamics, and the Science and Policy of Deadly Earthquakes. Between and after the plenary sessions, the workshop will include poster sessions and special interest group meetings. Each of these venues provides opportunities to delve into greater detail and to discuss the next steps forward and the resources required to support successful projects. As always, the IRIS Workshop will include settings for informal discussion, including group dinners with stimulating lectures, the recreational facilities of the Snowbird Resort, and field trips on the geology of the nearby Wasatch Fault and infrastructure that mitigates societal risk. Science Program Chairs: * Mike Brudzinski - Miami University of Ohio * Ed Garnero - Arizona State University * Stephane Rondenay - Massachusetts Institute of Technology -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From irismail at iris.washington.edu Wed Mar 31 12:51:26 2010 From: irismail at iris.washington.edu (IRIS) Date: Wed, 31 Mar 2010 12:51:26 -0700 Subject: [iris-bulk] CARIBBEAN GEOLOGICAL CONFERENCE Guadeloupe 2011 Message-ID: <116FF0D4-66B1-4776-B29C-73C89E726325@iris.washington.edu> Dear all, please find in attachment to this e-mail, the first circular for the next CARIBBEAN GEOLOGICAL CONFERENCE, to be held in Guadeloupe in march 2011. Please forward to people you may know who have interest in Caribbean Geology. Thank you very much. With best regards, Yves Mazabraud -- 19th CGC - Guadeloupe 2011 Yves Mazabraud - General Coordinator LARGE EA4098 Universit? Antilles Guyane and IUFM de Guadeloupe cgc2011 at univ-ag.fr http://www.univ-ag.fr/cgc2011/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: 19CGC_1stCircular_ENG.pdf Type: application/pdf Size: 610400 bytes Desc: not available URL: -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: