Thread: Postdoctoral Position in Data Science and Computational Seismology (Michigan State University)

Institution: Michigan State University
Open Until: 2019-04-01

Department of Computational Mathematics,
Science and Engineering & Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences
Michigan State University (MSU)

We are seeking a postdoctoral research associate in developing and applying data analytics and computational algorithms to enable fast and high-fidelity multi-scale seismic imaging, with emphasis on dynamic monitoring the near-subsurface structure of the Earth. Potential projects include but are not limited to assimilating seismic data sets derived from passive, active, and ambient noise sources to image, monitor, and model (1) the spatial and temporal changes of active seismic and volcanic regions and (2) the interactions of water, life, soil, and rock in the Earth's critical zone. Candidates with strong background in seismic imaging and high-performance computing will be given priority. Experience with large data sets, machine learning, and GPU programming are a plus.

The selected candidate will be working for Dr. Min Chen (https://chenseismolab.org). The position is for two years and depends on availability of funding. Renewal for the second year is based on a performance evaluation. A third year is possible, subject to funding and satisfactory performance evaluations. Preferred start date no later than September 1st, 2019, earlier if possible.

Applicants must apply through the MSU online system.
http://careers.msu.edu/cw/en-us/job/498339/research-associatefixed-term
Applicants must specify an area of focus and faculty they want to work with in the cover letter of their application. Applicants must provide a Research Statement, Teaching Statement, Curriculum Vita, and three references.

Review of applications will begin immediately and the search will continue until 04/01/2019. General questions regarding the position may be sent to CMSEpostdocSearch<at>egr.msu.edu; specific research questions should be sent to Dr. Min Chen (chenmi22<at>msu.edu).