Thread: Geophysicist position with the USGS - applications due 08/23/2021

The Earthquake Science Center (ESC) of the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program is seeking a geophysicist to support our real-time seismic monitoring projects. This position is being offered in the Seattle, WA Field Office.

Projects within the USGS ESC support the mission of the Pacific Northwest Seismic Network (PNSN), which is cooperatively managed with the University of Washington and University of Oregon as part of the Advanced National Seismic System (ANSS).

This position is responsible for the operation and maintenance of key aspects of the real-time seismic data acquisition system, including both software and hardware, and requires the ability to interpret and analyze digital seismic signals from a wide variety of field recording sites. Duties include the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of digital field equipment and communications infrastructure of the PNSN, performed in collaboration with other USGS offices, the University of Washington, the University of Oregon, and other cooperators. The successful candidate will work with a wide variety of equipment used for seismic monitoring, data acquisition, power, computer networking, and communications.

For more information or to apply (closing date: 8/23/2021):

Open to all US citizens:
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/610994600

Open to current & former federal employees with status:
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/610995100

Please carefully follow the instructions and resume guidelines when applying. ALL applicants MUST submit transcripts and other required documentation with their application prior to the vacancy closing date in order to be considered.

The federal government is an equal opportunity employer.

Please forward to those who may be interested!