Post Doctoral Fellow
University of Alaska
Post Doctoral Fellow
University of Alaska Fairbanks
The Geophysical Institute is a research-focused organization at the University of Alaska Fairbanks. The university offers a competitive work environment with strong benefits, including retirement and health insurance, generous leave policies, and tuition waivers for UAF courses. The Geophysical Institute values collaboration, accountability, and the exchange of ideas. We foster a professional and respectful environment dedicated to serving Alaska through applied science. Career growth and professional development are supported and encouraged.
As a public, regional, comprehensive university, UAF welcomes applications from individuals with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
We are searching for a Postdoctoral Fellow for one year (with potential to extend by one year based on performance and funding availability) to develop finite element stress change models that evaluate the impact of interseismic, coseismic and postseismic deformation following sequences of large earthquakes.
To thrive in this role the candidate is expected to have demonstrated experience in developing and analyzing 3D stress change models using geodetic and seismic datasets. The successful candidate will be expected to evaluate the interactions between coseismic, postseismic, and interseismic deformation following large subduction zone earthquakes. Desired experience also includes incorporating realistic megathrust geometries, including splay faults and coupling variations, and integrating models with field observations to assess earthquake hazard and rupture forecasting. The postdoctoral fellow is expected to present findings at conferences, lead publications in peer-reviewed journals, and collaborate within a dynamic, multi-institutional research team.
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Geophysics, Geodesy, or a related science field at the time of appointment.
Preferred experience includes:
Demonstrated experience with earthquake stress modeling, earthquake cycle simulations, or finite element modeling (preferably COMSOL) is required. The candidate should also have strong computational/programming skills (e.g., Python, MATLAB), and familiarity with geodetic datasets (InSAR, GNSS) and seismic data analysis. The applicant is expected to have a proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research environment, with excellent written and oral communication skills and a record of scientific publication.
Position Details:
This position is located at the UAF campus in Fairbanks, Alaska. Remote work agreements will be considered for this position.
This position is full-time, term-funded, exempt, 9-month + 3-month postdoctoral position complete with a competitive salary and https://www.alaska.edu/hr/benefits/ UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage.
Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information of three (3) professional references with your application.
To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally eligible for unrestricted employment to work in the U.S. No work visas will be sponsored for this position.
Review of applicants will begin immediately. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified.
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If you need assistance applying to this posting, please contact GI - Office of Human Resources at 907-474-7357 or at mailto:uaf-gi-hr@alaska.edu.
This position is represented by United Academics (UNAC).http://www.unitedacademics.net/
This position is term-funded and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion.
The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.
The http://www.alaska.edu/ (https://www.alaska.edu/alaska/index.php) is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a http://www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination (http://www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination) against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.
The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
The University of Alaska reserves the right to require employees to work on-site at University of Alaska facilities. Remote work may be approved for employees based in Alaska at the discretion of the University. Remote work for employees based outside the State of Alaska may be approved only in exceptional circumstances or where required by the job duties of the position.
*Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.
Access to the reports is available at:
UAA: (Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety. Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or mailto:police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or mailto:uaa_deanofstudents@alaska.edu.
UAF: (Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online: https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or mailto:uaf-orca@alaska.edu.
UAS: (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/equity-and-compliance/docs/clery/UAS_ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing mailto:uas.clery@alaska.edu.
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