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<b>High-Res Patagonia Lacustrine Seismic Cruise: Call for
Participation (via M. Beatrice </b><b><b>Magnani </b><a class="moz-txt-link-rfc2396E" href="mailto:mmagnani@mail.smu.edu"><mmagnani@mail.smu.edu></a>)</b><br>
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<blockquote>Call for Participation: High-Res Patagonia Lacustrine
Seismic Cruise (May 2019)<br>
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Application Deadline: Feb 15, 2019<br>
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Cruise dates: May 1-31, 2019 (flexibility of ±5 days on either end
required)<br>
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PI: M. Beatrice Magnani<br>
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Science Party: up to 5<br>
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Applications are being solicited to participate in the Argentinian
Patagonia lacustrine cruise, part of the multidisciplinary GUANACO
Project that will acquire ~500 km of high-resolution seismic
reflection data in the proglacial region of Lago Argentino,
located in the Parque Nacional Los Glaciares, Argentina. The data
collected during the cruise will image the glacial history of the
region, which today is experiencing very rapid vertical uplift (~4
cm/yr at peak) due to glacial isostatic adjustment, and provide
key observational constraints on glacier fluctuations, bedrock
erosion and sediment transport.<br>
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Science party responsibilities will include daily 8-hour watches
to assist in deployment and recovery of the streamer, airgun and
chirp equipment, collect, process and archive multi- and
single-channel seismic reflection data, as well as crewing on
board seismic instrumentation. Cruise activities will include
reading and discussion of papers pertinent to the science goals of
the experiment. We will maintain a project blog throughout the
cruise and participants will be encouraged to contribute.<br>
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Applications from graduate students and early-career scientists
are encouraged. Applicants need to have experience with seismic
reflection data collection, either marine or land. Funds for
travel to/from Patagonia will be provided for US-based
researchers.<br>
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To apply, please assemble an application package (2-page CV and
1-page statement of interest and experience) and submit it
electronically to M. Beatrice Magnani (<a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="mailto:mmagnani@smu.edu">mmagnani@smu.edu</a>) no later
than February 15, 2019. Applications from graduate students and
post-docs require a letter of support from the graduate advisor or
supervisor.<br>
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<b>PacificArray OBS Recovery Cruise (May-June 2019): </b><b><b>Call
for Participation </b>(via James Gaherty
<a class="moz-txt-link-rfc2396E" href="mailto:gaherty@LDEO.columbia.edu"><gaherty@LDEO.columbia.edu></a>)</b><br>
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<blockquote>Application Deadline: Feb 11, 2019<br>
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Cruise dates: May 6 – June 7, 2019 (flexibility of ±5 days
required)<br>
PIs: Jim Gaherty, Zach Eilon, Don Forsyth, Göran Ekström<br>
Science Party: up to 6<br>
<br>
We are soliciting apply-to-sail participants for the RV Kilo Moana
ocean-bottom seismograph (OBS) recovery cruise, part of the
international PacificArray initiative to install OBS arrays across
the Pacific plate. We will recover 30 broadband OBS deployed in
spring 2018 in a region approximately 500 km NE of the Marquesas
Islands in the central Pacific, notable for unexplained gravity
lineations that hint at small-scale sub-lithospheric convection.
More information about this project can be found online:
(<a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=1658491&HistoricalAwards=false">https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=1658491&HistoricalAwards=false</a>).<br>
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Science party responsibilities will include rotating 8-hour
watches to assist in recovery of the 30 OBS, collect and archive
multi-beam bathymetry and side-scan data, as well as crewing on
board oceanographic instrumentation. Cruise activities will
include reading and discussion of papers pertinent to the science
goals of the experiment. The project blog from the deployment
cruise provides a perspective on these activities:
(<a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="https://pacificorca.wordpress.com/">https://pacificorca.wordpress.com/</a>)<br>
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Selected applicants will contribute to collecting the open-access
data that will be provided to the scientific community for use in
addressing a wide spectrum of Earth Science research targets, from
marine geophysics to global seismology. Applications from students
and early-career scientists are particularly encouraged.
Applicants do not need to have experience with the type of data
collection they will participate in; we hope that wide community
participation in these field campaigns will provide opportunities
for scientists to gain familiarity with a variety of
data-collection techniques. Funds for travel to/from port
(Honolulu, HI) will be provided for US-based researchers.<br>
<br>
To apply, please assemble an application package (2-page CV and
1-page statement of interest and experience) and submit it
electronically to James Gaherty (<a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="mailto:gaherty@LDEO.columbia.edu">gaherty@LDEO.columbia.edu</a>) no
later than February 11, 2019. Applications from graduate students
and post-docs require a letter of support from the graduate
advisor or supervisor. <br>
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<b>PhD Opportunity in Wellington, New Zealand (via Yoshihiro Kaneko
<a class="moz-txt-link-rfc2396E" href="mailto:y.kaneko@gns.cri.nz"><y.kaneko@gns.cri.nz></a>)</b><br>
<blockquote>Institution: GNS Science<br>
Open Until: 2019-02-28<br>
<br>
We seek a highly motivated student for a 3-year PhD scholarship on
numerical simulations of slow slip and earthquakes in the
Hikurangi subduction margin. This project aims to use numerical
simulations of seismic and aseismic fault slip and seismic wave
propagation, combined with newly acquired on-shore and off-shore
data, to understand the mechanisms controlling complex megathrust
slip behaviour at the Hikurangi subduction plate boundary in New
Zealand. The student project will include extensive numerical
modelling and interpreting observations and model results.<br>
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The student will be expected to enrol as a PhD student at Victoria
University of Wellington (VUW) and will be supervised by Yoshi
Kaneko at GNS Science and Prof. Martha Savage at VUW. GNS Science
is a government-owned institution undertaking research in the
Earth Sciences and related disciplines. VUW was ranked first in
New Zealand for research excellence and was also ranked first in
New Zealand in Earth Sciences. Information on the department is
available here (<a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="http://www.victoria.ac.nz/sgees">http://www.victoria.ac.nz/sgees</a>). The GNS-VUW
collaboration was recently ranked 9th in the world by the
prestigious journal Nature:
<a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="https://www.victoria.ac.nz/science/about/news/victoria-gns-science-collaboration-ranked-9th-worldwide-in-nature-index-2017">https://www.victoria.ac.nz/science/about/news/victoria-gns-science-collaboration-ranked-9th-worldwide-in-nature-index-2017</a><br>
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Prospective candidates must have a strong background in
geophysics, physics, engineering, or a related discipline, be
proficient in one or more scientific programming languages
(Matlab, Python, Fortran, etc.), and have completed (or is
expected to complete) a Master’s or equivalent degree by the start
of the PhD programme. Full details of Victoria University’s
eligibility criteria are available from the Faculty of Graduate
Research website and <a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="http://www.vuw.ac.nz/fgr">http://www.vuw.ac.nz/fgr</a>. A generous
scholarship will be provided. <br>
<br>
Applications including an up-to-date curriculum vitae and evidence
of previous study should be submitted via the Faculty of Graduate
Research website (<a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="http://www.vuw.ac.nz/fgr">http://www.vuw.ac.nz/fgr</a>) by 28 February, 2019.
The start date is flexible but will be no later than 1 July 2019.
Please direct all questions to:<br>
<br>
Dr Yoshi Kaneko<br>
GNS Science<br>
1 Fairway Drive, Lower Hutt, 5011, New Zealand<br>
<a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="mailto:y.kaneko@gns.cri.nz">y.kaneko@gns.cri.nz</a> <br>
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<b>PhD and Postdoc positions at Geoazur/University Cote d'Azur (via
Anthony Sladen <a class="moz-txt-link-rfc2396E" href="mailto:sladen@geoazur.unice.fr"><sladen@geoazur.unice.fr></a>)</b><br>
<blockquote>Within the framework of the SEAFOOD project (Seafloor
Fiber Optic Observatory for Distributed measurements), funded by
the French National Research Agency (ANR), we are seeking to
appoint a Postdoctoral Researcher and a PhD student in the field
of acoustics and/or seismology to work on marine applications of
the cutting-edge technique of Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS),
a new instrumental approach which has already demonstrated its
large potential for the monitoring of a variety of processes in
land.<br>
<br>
DAS exploits the great sensitivity of optical fibers to acoustic
perturbations to turn standard telecom cables into high density
seismic arrays. The technology has been around for at least a
decade and exploited in the oil and gas industry, yet there has
been only a limited number of applications in Earth science. The
aim of the project will be to develop its potential to provide new
observations on the seafloor that advance our understanding of
Earth-related processes. The exploitation of the DAS records,
equivalent to an array of thousands of sensors, will require the
development of techniques for the identification and the reliable
extraction of relevant signals.<br>
<br>
You will join a dynamic group of scientists working on the
approach with various applications such as seismology, marine
geophysics, optics, crustal mechanics, and sedimentology. <br>
<br>
The successful candidates are expected to have experience in
signal processing and programming, to have good written and oral
communication skills in English, and a result-oriented proactive
attitude for publishing scientific results in top refereed
journals. Knowledge of machine learning techniques will be
considered a strong plus.<br>
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Postdoc details and application procedure<br>
<ul>
<li>Candidate proposal will be examined until position is
filled. The position can open as early as April 1st, 2019, and
early start will be strongly appreciated.</li>
<li>The salary will be paid in accordance with the France CNRS
criteria, and net income will be in the range of
2000-2800€/month depending on experience,</li>
<li>Duration will be 12 to 18 months, depending on experience
and start of the position, with options for extension,</li>
<li>Proposal must be sent by e-mail to
anthony.sladen<at>geoazur.unice.fr with e-mail subject
"SEAFOOD Postdoc position". The proposal must contain: 1/ a
motivation letter with proposed position starting date, 2/ a
vitae, including at least 2 references with name, address,
e-mail and professional relation, 3/ a brief description of
your research activities, including the list of scientific
publications and communications.</li>
</ul>
PhD details and application procedure <br>
<ul>
<li>Applications will be examined until May 15, 2019 for a start
of the position October 1st, 2019,</li>
<li>The net salary will be in about 1400€/month for a contract
of 3 years (36 months),</li>
<li>Proposal must be sent by e-mail to
anthony.sladen<at>geoazur.unice.fr with e-mail subject
"SEAFOOD PhD position". The proposal must contain: 1/ a
motivation letter with proposed position starting date, 2/ a
vitae, including at least 2 references with name, address,
e-mail and professional relation.</li>
</ul>
<br>
Additional information<br>
<blockquote>Geoazur is a large academic research unit focused on
Earth science and located in Sophia-Antipolis, a leading
European technology park, just outside the city of Nice. Geoazur
is part of the University Côte d'Azur (UCA) and Observatory Côte
d'Azur (OCA).<br>
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References on the topic<br>
<blockquote>Jousset, P., Reinsch, T., Ryberg, T., Blanck, H.,
Clarke, A., Aghayev, R., ... & Krawczyk, C. M. (2018).
Dynamic strain determination using fibre-optic cables allows
imaging of seismological and structural features. Nature
communications, 9(1), 2509.<br>
<br>
Lindsey, N. J., Martin, E. R., Dreger, D. S., Freifeld, B.,
Cole, S., James, S. R., ... & Ajo‐Franklin, J. B. (2017).
Fiber‐Optic Network Observations of Earthquake Wavefields.
Geophysical Research Letters, 44(23), 11-792.<br>
<br>
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<b>Ocean Bottom Seismometer Instrument Center Lab Manager AND Data
Specialist (via John Collins <a class="moz-txt-link-rfc2396E" href="mailto:jcollins@whoi.edu"><jcollins@whoi.edu></a>)</b><br>
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<blockquote>Institution: Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution<br>
Open Until: 2019-06-30<br>
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The newly formed Ocean Bottom Seismometer Instrument Center
(OBSIC) at WHOI provides seafloor seismographs and at-sea
technical support to the U.S. academic community in order to
advance knowledge about Earth structure and dynamic processes,
such as earthquakes and volcanism. The center replaces the Ocean
Bottom Seismograph Instrument Pool, which NSF created in 1999 and
that included WHOI and two other institutions. OBSIC has openings
for two full-time positions: Laboratory Manager and Data
Specialist. The scope of either of these positions may vary
depending on the qualifications of the new hires, but the minimum
responsibilities will include those described below.<br>
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The Laboratory Manager will be responsible for maintaining the
OBSIC lab in a high state of operational readiness, the
coordination and planning of sea-going experiments, budget
management, and work scheduling. He/she will be responsible for
the surge training program of non-OBSIC technicians and management
of the trained surge personnel pool. The Laboratory Manager will
modernize the lab’s inventory and maintenance systems and
databases. She/he will attend biannual meetings of the OBSIC
Oversight Committee, UNOLS ship-scheduling meetings, and
participate in community outreach activities. The Laboratory
Manager will have a graduate degree in Engineering or Geophysics
and a minimum of 5 years of experience. He/she will sail on
occasional OBSIC cruises. <br>
<br>
Apply here:
<a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="https://www.candidatemanager.net/cm/p/pJobDetails.aspx?mid=YWWY&sid=BWDY&jid=GTCXGTWCXU&a=Ya5kVOjNOCU%253d">https://www.candidatemanager.net/cm/p/pJobDetails.aspx?mid=YWWY&sid=BWDY&jid=GTCXGTWCXU&a=Ya5kVOjNOCU%253d</a><br>
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The Data Specialist will be responsible for archiving all data
acquired through OBSIC at the IRIS Data Management Center. He/she
will carry out quality-assessment of both field data and test data
generated in-house. Data-quality assessment tasks include both
in-house analysis and review of MUSTANG data quality control
metrics generated at the IRIS DMC. These and other QA/QC products
will inform OBSIC operational decisions and provide the OBSIC
Oversight Committee with an independent assessment of
performance. The Data Specialist will be responsible for analysis
of sensor calibration measurements, and will maintain up-to-date
calibration information for all OBSIC instrumentation. She/he will
be the point person for all data-related queries from the OBS
community. The Data Specialist will have a graduate degree in
Geophysics and a minimum of 5 years of experience. He/she will
sail on occasional OBSIC cruises. <br>
<br>
Apply here:
<a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="https://www.candidatemanager.net/cm/p/pJobDetails.aspx?mid=YWWY&sid=BWDY&jid=GTCXGTWCXGT&a=Ya5kVOjNOCU%253d">https://www.candidatemanager.net/cm/p/pJobDetails.aspx?mid=YWWY&sid=BWDY&jid=GTCXGTWCXGT&a=Ya5kVOjNOCU%253d</a><br>
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For additional information, feel free to contact John Collins:
jcollins at WHOI dot edu<br>
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