[Cig-jobpostings] Research Position in Ground-Motion Characterization at the USGS

[Brad Aagaard]

Research Position in Ground-Motion Characterization at the U.S. 
Geological Survey

The U.S. Geological Survey Earthquake Science Center (ESC) in Menlo 
Park, California, is hiring a Research Geophysicist to study the 
excitation and propagation of seismic waves with a focus on earthquake 
ground motion to provide more quantitative estimates and basic 
understanding of earthquake source parameters. An area of particular 
interest is how best to represent seismological theory in the heavily 
empirical ground-motion prediction equations (GMPE) so commonly used in 
engineering analyses and applications. This will be a permanent position 
at the GS-13 level, with promotion potential to GS-15.

This position focuses on developing better knowledge and understanding 
of the excitation and propagation of seismic waves for use in 
earthquake-resistant design and construction: buildings that are 
designed and constructed to accommodate probable ground motions are the 
nation’s primary defense against loss of life and property due to 
earthquakes. The person hired will apply a strong background in applied 
mathematics, seismology, and geophysics to solve analytical and 
numerical problems while maintaining relevance of this research to other 
related seismological and geophysical interests. This research will make 
significant contributions to a vigorous program of earthquake source 
investigations and hazard assessments.

Applications (resume and responses to application questions) for this 
vacancy must be received online via USAJOBS before midnight Eastern Time 
on Friday, October 31, 2014. Resumes MUST adhere to the format 
prescribed on USAJOBS, including full narrative descriptions of “Duties, 
Accomplishments and Related Skills” for past work experience. 
Transcripts, etc. MUST be attached as required by the Vacancy 
Announcement. A full description of the job opening, qualifications and 
instructions on how to apply can be found at: 
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/382471200. The Job 
Announcement Number is PAC-2014-0773 (PAC-2014-0775 for current Federal 
Employees). The salary range is $97,836 to $127,187 per year. U.S. 
citizenship is required.

Contact Earl Emerson with questions about the application process 
(phone: 253-552-1663, email: pacsac1 at usgs.gov).