The section 2.1 studies the physical processes associated with earthquakes and volcanoes, to better understand the triggering mechanisms, time scales, consequences and interactions of earthquakes and volcanic phenomena.  For this, we host a modular pool of instruments (seismometers, tiltmeters, drones) that allow efficient and flexible monitoring in the field, including data acquisition during rapid response (task force) operations.  To support our active team in modern approaches of seismological data analysis, worldwide field activities, and theoretical model developments, we invite highly motivated candidates to apply. The post is independent from third-party funds, and is currently for 2 years. Depending on the continued availability of funds the position can be extended for longer term if guidelines for tenure track can be fulfilled.

The successful candidate is expected to conducting independent and coordinated excellent research in the field of earthquake source processes and earthquake and volcano physics, both from experimental and theoretical side. Responsibilities should also cover the initiation and writing of third party research projects and leading teams for joint publications. Contributions to our Wave Physics and Tool Development Lab are welcome.

Your responsibilities and opportunities:

• Develop new ambitious research ideas and apply advanced techniques for full waveform analysis
• Presentation of research results in peer reviewed journals and scientific meetings
• Write scientific proposals to acquire third-party funding
• Ability and willingness to coordinate small research teams
• Planning, coordinating and conducting field work in earthquake and volcano physics
• Supervision and mentoring of PhD and master students
• Experience in development and application of software tools
• Motivation and ability to work with interdisciplinary teams in the section and with collaborators
• Provide training for students and scientists and contributing to our international training courses
• Other duties - as assigned

Your qualifications:

• MSc and PhD in Earth Science, with focus on seismology and geophysics
• Solid geophysical and seismological background
• Documented experience in research and outstanding publication record with respect to the stage of the career
• Experience in designing and writing research proposals
• Good knowledge in multi-language programming and open source tool development, strong skills in Python
• Preferably experiences in continuous multichannel data processing
• Familiar with seismology toolboxes as e.g. Pyrocko, ObsPy, GMT
• Experience in multiple operating systems, primarily Linux
• Good written and oral skills in English