Research Fellow In Earthquake Science

Job no: 0060801, 0060802 (2 positions available)
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full Time ; Fixed Term for 3 years
Faculty: Faculty of Science
Department/School: School of Geography, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
Salary: Level A - $80,258 - $108,906 p.a. (*PhD entry level $101,460 p.a.) OR Level B -  $114,645 - $136,136 p.a. + 17% Super
About the Role
The School of Geography, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Melbourne is searching for an outstanding post-doctoral researcher in Earthquake Science.
Applications are encouraged from those with expertise in physics-based earthquake modelling, seismology, seismic hazard analysis, crustal geophysics, ground motion modelling, earthquake geology, paleoseismology, engineering geology, luminescence dating, and / or remote sensing.
The Earthquake Science group at the University of Melbourne and research partners from academia, government and industry have recently won several large grants to support the development of earthquake forecasting in complex intraplate tectonic settings using integrated observations and physics. The successful candidate for this role will be provided with co-leadership of research strategy and funding, will be involved in postgraduate supervision and peer mentorship, will be provided with field work and conference opportunities, and may be provided with teaching opportunities.
In this role, you will:
Assist or co-lead the development of a 3-dimensional active fault model for Australia.
Assist or co-lead remote sensing, crustal geophysical, paleoseismic, statistical, and physics-based modelling of active faults.
Assist or co-lead research planning and logistics, funding allocations, and budget management.
Publish research findings in international refereed journals and present results at seminars, conferences, and meetings. 
Actively supervise research students (may include undergraduate, graduate coursework and PhD students). Prepare research proposals for submission to external funding bodies to successfully obtain external funding to support their research.
Additionally at Level B 
Actively participate in the School’s undergraduate and graduate teaching programs in geoscience.
Provide academic mentoring and assistance to students.
Who We Are Looking For
You are a suitably qualified researcher, with an emerging track record of Earthquake Science publications in leading international journals or other high-quality publications, and capacity to establish collaborations with a broad range of researchers nationally and internationally.
You possess excellent communication skills, and an aptitude to supervise undergraduate and graduate students. Additionally, you display a willingness to learn and adapt to new methodologies, tools, and research techniques.
You will also have:
A PhD in geoscience or a related discipline.
Demonstrated knowledge of relevant programming skills, preferably in languages such as R or Python.
Proficiency in data analysis, statistical modelling, and data visualisation techniques.
Familiarity with data management, data integration, and data privacy and security principles.
Evidence of the ability to participate in applications for external research funding from national competitive research bodies or other sources, which may include industry, government, community groups, etc.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.
This position requires the incumbent to hold a current and valid Working with Children Check to ensure the University provides a safe environment for everyone.
Work Rights
This position is open to international candidates. Visa sponsorship may be available.
Your New Team - School of Geography, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
The School of Geography, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences synergises discipline strengths in geography, atmospheric science and geoscience. The School offers undergraduate and graduate research programs in these core discipline areas, and in the multi-disciplinary fields of Climate Change, Environmental Studies and Archaeological Science. The research within the School is built upon extensive expertise in geography, geoscience and atmospheric science, ranging from the social sciences through to the quantitative physical sciences -  https://sgeas.unimelb.edu.au/
What We Offer You!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page!
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Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
Resume
Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience. Please indicate the level of application (A or B)
The responses against the essential Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)
^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Ana Gencic via email at ************@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.
Applications close: 4 FEBRUARY 2024 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) / Melbourne time zone. 
To view the PD and to apply, visit - https://jobs.unimelb.edu.au/caw/en/job/915259/research-fellow-in-earthquake-science