Description - This 2- year postdoctoral position (beginning in July, 2010) will have a major role in the VHub project, which is developing a virtual organization and
cyberinfrastructure for volcanology research and risk mitigation (see http://geohazards.buffalo.edu/VHub/). The successful candidate will work with the investigator team,
international collaborators, and volcano observatories to implement VHub architecture and on one or more of the following topics: (1) integration of complex datasets (e.g.,
volcano topography, time-varying meteorological data, volcanic deposit distributions and characteristics) with predictive modeling tools; (2) development of multimodel
forecasting and/or hazard assessment tools for eruptive phenomena; and (3) development and implementation of formal methods and standards for verification, validation, and
benchmarking of volcano process models. This is a multidisciplinary project and will require active integration between team members. Extensive travel might be required at
times during the appointment.
Required qualifications - Ph.D. in Geology, Geophysics, Applied Mathematics, or Engineering. Candidates with Geology or Geophysics degrees must demonstrate strong skills in
computational modeling of geologic (preferably volcanic) processes and/or the ability to work with large, complex datasets. Candidates with Applied Mathematics or
Engineering degrees must demonstrate some familiarity with geological fluid dynamics. Candidates should have an established record of publishing research results.
Desired qualifications - Background in computational modeling of volcanic processes and integration with datasets (e.g., integration of plume models with meteorological data),
or in probabilistic risk assessment of natural hazards. Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment, and to complete work as planned.
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