<html><body style="word-wrap: break-word; -webkit-nbsp-mode: space; -webkit-line-break: after-white-space; ">The International Seismological Centre (ISC) is planning to fill a full-time position of Seismologist / Analyst from Jan 1, 2009. Initially this post is for 2 years with 6 months probation period and the possibility of extension. The ISC values its experienced personnel and always happy to retain qualified and dedicated staff. <br>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 thousand earthquakes and explosions per year recorded by a network of more than 4 thousand 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.<br>A suitable candidate should have<br>•<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre; "> </span>a degree in Geophysics or related fields<br>•<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre; "> </span>experience in regional and global observational seismology, including waveform analysis<br>•<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre; "> </span>dedicated meticulous attitude to data<br>•<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre; "> </span>working knowledge of English and <br>•<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre; "> </span>ability to work as part of a friendly international team. <br>Familiarity with LINUX and knowledge of other widely spoken languages would be an advantage. A successful candidate will be given an appropriate training and guidance that often lasts in excess of 6 months.<br>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 if required.<br>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 <a href="mailto:admin@isc.ac.uk">admin@isc.ac.uk</a> before September 29, 2008.<br><div><br></div><div><br></div></body></html>