<html><body style="word-wrap: break-word; -webkit-nbsp-mode: space; -webkit-line-break: after-white-space; ">Seismology Position at ETH Zurich, Switzerland<br><br>The Swiss Seismological Service (SED) at ETH Zurich, Switzerland, is responsible for national seismic monitoring and operates the national broadband seismic network (30 equally-spaced, high-quality stations) as well as short-period and strong-motion networks. The SED is very active in open data exchange across Europe and at the forefront in the development of innovative tools for rapid data analysis.<br><br>We solicit applications for a Network Seismologist and/or Waveform Modeler. We are looking for a highly motivated individual with expertise in software development and real-time seismic data processing, who can bridge scientific and networking aspects of seismology. Independent research initiative towards novel methods of broadband data analysis is desired. Additional expertise in several of the following areas is expected: broadband waveform modeling, source location, quantification and characterisation, computational seismology, seismic instrumentation, data mining.<br><br>The successful candidate will share responsibility for routine acquisition, processing and archival of seismic waveform data; participate in the seismic alert operations at SED; and participate in the research, development and network implementation of special projects such as ultra-rapid source identification and quantification and early warning. Participation in the education program at the undergraduate and graduate level is welcome and will be evaluated based on qualifications.<br><br>The successful candidate will have a PhD in geoscience, engineering or a related field. Good knowledge of modern programming languages as well as shell-scripting in a Linux environment is expected; familiarity with computer hardware, databases, and IP data communications is a plus. Working languages are English and German.<br><br>For more information, please contact John Clinton (<a href="mailto:jclinton@sed.ethz.ch">jclinton@sed.ethz.ch</a>) and visit the SED site <a href="http://www.seismo.ethz.ch">www.seismo.ethz.ch</a>. The selection process starts now (February 2009) and will continue until the position is filled. The position is expected to have a minimum duration of 3 years with possibility of extension. ETH offers a competitive salary, depending on experience and performance. The city of Zurich consistently rates as one of the most attractive cities worldwide. Applicants should submit, by e-mail, a CV, a statement of research interests and the names and addresses of three references to <a href="mailto:application@sed.ethz.ch">application@sed.ethz.ch</a> (Subject: Network Seismologist). Only complete applications will be considered. <div><br></div><div><br></div></body></html>