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AWE Blacknest - Forensic Seismology Department, Berkshire, UK

 

Geophysicist - Infrasound

Discipline: Science – Physics / Seismology Employment Basis: Full Time
Location: Aldermaston Salary Range: £26,600 - £45,580 dependent on experience
Reference: 27/11/01/123467

Geophysicist - Seismology

Discipline: Science – Seismology Employment Basis: Full Time
Location: Aldermaston Salary Range: £26,600 - £45,580 dependent on experience
Reference: 27/12/01/373982

In more detail ...

Seismology and Infrasound

£26,600 - £45,580 dependent on experience

AWE has two positions for numerate Geophysicists/Physicists based at its Blacknest Seismology Centre to conduct Seismology/Infrasound research. The successful applicants will work as part of a team that provides technical advice and expertise to the UK Government on both the verification of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test Ban Treaty and novel applications of the data and analysis techniques, including applications of seismo-acoustic technologies supporting National Nuclear Security.

Candidates with a strong computational background are preferred, ideally with a PhD and research experience.

Key accountabilities

  • Provide advice / expertise and communicate research results to AWE colleagues and external stakeholders
  • Assist in the delivery of the Forensic Seismology programme, and the wider NNS programme
  • Participate in maintaining scientific collaborations between AWE, UK academia and overseas counterparts

Responsibilities

  • Provide geophysical and waveform expertise to enhance the analysis of recorded events
  • Participate in research and development of seismology, hydro-acoustic and infrasound expertise
  • Provide guidance and assistance where appropriate to other staff to achieve agreed targets, and provide advice drawing on areas of specific expertise and experience
  • Participate in maintaining scientific collaborations between AWE, UK academia and overseas counterparts
  • Publish results in peer reviewed journals and other media when possible
  • Apply these skills as tasked, taking into account the quality, safety and security requirements of AWE

Qualifications

  • The ideal candidate would have a PhD in geophysics, physics or geology with research experience, and preferably a strong computational background

Knowledge

  • A good working knowledge of a waveform technology is required, preferably in infrasound, hydroacoustics or seismology
  • Computing knowledge is required
  • A strong computational background is preferred
  • Knowledge of the workings of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty would be advantageous

Experience

  • Self-directed, and directed, research in one or more waveform technologies (seismic, infrasound, hydro-acoustics), or the dynamics of explosion sources within geological media and the atmosphere is required
  • Computing experience is required
  • Experience of working with the CTBTO is of particular interest
  • Experience of working in a technical/research project team is desirable, as is experience of international collaborative work

Skills

  • Scientific analysis, report writing and good communications
  • Ability to work well with others, and to work independently
  • Ability to keep abreast of developments in relevant technologies
  • Must have computer skills, including some programming

Behaviours

  • Ability to work unsupervised, have a pro-active self-motivated approach to tasks, and have interpersonal skills
  • Enthusiasm for the subject
  • Clear adherence to the AWE safe, secure and clean working environment philosophy
  • Must be able to follow instructions, and carry out directed work when required
  • To both work effectively with and integrate into the diversely skilled forensic seismology and infrasound team at AWE Blacknest

Special Requirements

  • The post will involve occasional overseas travel

For more information and applications visit careers.awe.co.uk, job references 27/11/01/123467 & 27/12/01/373982

AWE welcomes applications from women and men, regardless of disability, sexuality, racial or ethnic origin, age or responsibility for dependants. We promote diversity in employment and welcome applications from all sections of the community.




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