The U.S. Geological Survey invites applications for a geophysicist position at the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory. This is a full-time, permanent position monitoring ground surface deformation on some of Earth’s most active volcanoes.
Situated on the edge of Kīlauea Caldera, the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory is a multidisciplinary group of scientists responsible for the assessment of volcanic and seismic hazards within the Hawaiian Islands.
Job duties include:
- Independently organizes surveys to collect geophysical data, especially deformation monitoring data. Independently performs accurate and precise Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) surveys. Ensures field data are processed and evaluates data for accuracy.
- Monitors operational status of telemetered deformation monitoring networks and acquisition systems. Monitors automated data processing to ensure consistency and timeliness. Downloads Interferometric Radar Satellite (InSAR) data and processes data to produce interferograms.
- Installs software upgrades and modifies programs as needed. Develops new and refines existing software to remotely and automatically download data from continuously recording sites such as deformation monitoring stations. Assists in refinement or development of data processing, visualization, analysis, backup and archival tools. Develops new methods for combining and visualizing data to make complex data more easily understood.
- Assumes monitoring network manager duties as back up to the primary network manager.
- Analyzes complex volcano monitoring data to assess volcano unrest. Contributes to technical reports of monitoring data and to scientific publications.
- Field work includes moderate to strenuous activities such as hiking over rough, rocky or uneven terrain, lifting and carrying equipment, exposure to rain, cold/hot weather and volcanic fume.
How to Apply:
Applications will be accepted online at http://www.usajobs.gov
Search for announcement numbers below:
Current or former Federal employees: SAC-2017-0017.
All others: SAC-2017-0015
Candidates may apply to start at the GS-9 or GS-11 level, or both.
U.S. citizenship is required.
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