Postdoc, Ringlaser Research - LMU Munich, Germany
The Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences and the Geophysical Observatory of the Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München are leading geophysical research institutions in Europe as well as worldwide. We are seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher (m/w/d) at Munich and the Geophysical Observatory Fürstenfeldbruck for optimizing the 4-component ring laser array ROMY for geodesy and geophysics.
The position is part of the German RING research group that aims at pushing the limits of ring laser instruments for applications in Earth System science with applications in geodesy and geophysics. The postdoc position will be central to the project with additional 14 PhD positions in physics, geodesy and geophysics. On the technical side the position will oversee the technical upgrade of the worldwide unique four-component ring laser array ROMY at the Geophysical Observatory Fürstenfeldbruck, the development and extension of the entire data processing chain, stabilization of the observations, quality control, and provision of high-quality rotational motion data to the scientific community. The work will be done in close collaboration with the ring laser laboratory at the University Bonn, the Fundamentalstation Wettzell and all RING partner institutions. The successful candidate will also be involved in the organization of (training) workshops for the RING network as well as outreach activities. Experience with (laser-) optical methods and electronics is welcome.
For more information, please see the RING Postdoctoral Researcher job posting.
Project Data Scientist - Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is seeking a Project Data Scientist for our Research & Collections, Community Science department. The Project Data Scientist will lead data management, analysis, and community-centered data practices across multiple applied, interdisciplinary research projects focused on human-wildlife interactions, biodiversity monitoring, One Health, and environmental justice. Cultivate relationships with community partners and community scientists via supporting data access, data sovereignty, and capacity-building. Produce and disseminate novel research findings via peer-reviewed publications and both academic- and public-facing outreach.
Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:
- Develop and maintain data systems, workflows, and documentation across projects in the Community Science office (~30% of time).
- Clean, integrate, and analyze datasets regarding ecology, human-wildlife interactions, community science, and environmental justice (~25% of time).
- Lead and contribute to peer-reviewed publications and research outputs (~15% of time).
- Collaborate with community partners on data governance, access, and sovereignty, including creating dashboards, summaries, and highlights for community partners (~10% of time).
- Support the creation, revision, streamlining, and improvement of research projects led by the Community Science team (~10% of time).
- Create data visualizations for scientific and community audiences (~5% of time).
- Develop and write novel grant and external funding proposals, under the supervision of the Assistant Curator of Community Science (~5% of time).
- Support training, mentorship, and capacity-building within team and community, including mentoring and potentially collaborating with graduate students and post-baccalaureate students on research projects related to human-wildlife interactions, community science, participatory science, and biodiversity monitoring (~5% of time).
To learn more and apply, please see the following link: Project Data Scientist - Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory - Postdoctoral Researchers
The JPL-led Observational Products for End-Users from Remote Sensing Analysis (OPERA) project is seeking two postdocs to conduct research on landslides and vertical land motion (or related surface deformation phenomena) across North America using satellite radar remote sensing data.
The selected candidates will perform original research using interferometric synthetic aperture radar (InSAR) data and OPERA-derived products to better understand surface deformation processes and their applications for hazard monitoring and response. The postdocs will contribute to advancing scientific methodologies while supporting the development of actionable Earth observation products for stakeholders.
For more information and to apply, please see the job posting: https://citjpl.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Jobs/job/JPL-Campus/Postdoc--Radar-Remote-Sensing-of-Landslides-and-Vertical-Land-Motion--OPERA-Project--1_R5487
Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, China - Postdoctoral Positions
Postdoctoral positions are available at the Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech) in Shenzhen. SUSTech is a new research-focused university situated in the vibrant coastal city of Shenzhen, China, 20 minutes north of Hong Kong by train. The campus spans 500 acres of forest and lakes, providing a pleasant environment for work and living.
The candidates will work with Professor Mian Liu on global geodynamics and lithospheric tectonics. The candidate may work in any of the fields using numerical modeling that integrates with geophysical and geological observations, including but not limited to the following:
- Lithospheric deformation and magmatism
- East Asia tectonics
- Active tectonics, faulting, and earthquakes
- Archean and planetary tectonics.
Candidates must hold a Ph.D. degree in geodynamics, geophysics, geodesy, or a related field by the time of hire. The successful applicant should have experience with high-performance computing. The positions are for a two-year term and are renewable based on performance. The positions are funded by SUSTech, with globally competitive salaries and benefits.
To apply, please send the following via email to Prof. Mian Liu (lium6@sustech.edu.cn):
- A statement of research interests, including a summary of Ph.D. research and future research plans (2 pages)
- Curriculum vitae
- Contact information of three references
Additional information can be found at https://ess.sustech.edu.cn/Recruitment-detail-id-1261.html.
Review of applications will start immediately, and these positions will remain open until filled.
The Department of Geosciences at Utah State University (USU) - Postdoctoral Researcher
Earthquake Critical Zone Processes (mentor: Dr. Alexis Ault)
This NSF-supported position investigates shallow rupture and interseismic deformation in the earthquake critical zone. Research will target the southern San Andreas fault and the 2023 Mw7.6 Elbistan earthquake surface rupture in Turkey and bridge field, rock deformation, and analytical approaches to probe shallow fault zone dynamics. The postdoc will work within a collaborative team spanning USU, Brown University, and Cal State Fullerton, with additional partners in Turkey. Apply here. Position will remain open until filled.
For more information or questions, contact Dr. Ault (alexis.ault@usu.edu), .