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Job Advert - Research Fellow (Volcanologist) at the Seismic Research Centre
From: "Richard Robertson” - <Richard.Robertson@xxxxxxxxxxx>Job Advert - Research Fellow (Volcanologist) at the Seismic Research Centre
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The Seismic Research Centre of The University of the West Indies invites applications for the position of Research Fellow (Volcanologist). The post is tenure track.
Applicants must have a PhD in Earth Sciences or a related field at the time of appointment. The candidate should possess work experience in a similar institute, in geochemistry along with geodetic techniques (ground-based remote), statistical and graphical analysis and computer programming. Familiarity with GAMIT processing system, as well as experience with volcanic hazard and risk assessment. Experience in communicating aspects of the science to non- practitioners is high desirable.
The successful candidate will be an essential member of the team monitoring volcanoes in the English-speaking Eastern Caribbean, with specific responsibility for leading and supporting the geochemistry programme of the SRC. Research related to volcanism in the region. Preparing and updating volcanic hazard assessments for the Eastern Caribbean. Communicating geohazard information to vulnerable island communities. Assist with the day to day running of the SRC. Teaching duties and general participation in University life.
Application forms are available at: http://sta.uwi.edu/jobs/
Applicants should supply (a) a curriculum vitae (b) a statement of past achievement and future research interests and goals and (c) postage addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least three references to:
The Campus Registrar, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, Trinidad, Trinidad & Tobago. Email: appointments@xxxxxxxxxxx and copied to Richard Robertson, Seismic Research Centre, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, Trinidad, Trinidad & Tobago. Email: richie.robertson@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx. In order to expedite the appointment procedures, applicants are advised to ask their referees to send their references under CONFIDENTIAL cover DIRECTLY to the Campus Registrar at the above address without waiting to be contacted by the University.
To receive full consideration, all materials must be received by 7th November, 2013. Intended starting date is 1 January 2014.
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