Beschreibung
Bedretto Underground Laboratory for Geosciences and Geoenergies (BedrettoLab) at ETH
The Bedretto Underground Laboratory for Geosciences and Geoenergies (BedrettoLab) at ETH Zurich is at the forefront of experimental geosciences, conducting cutting-edge research in earthquake physics, seismic instrumentation, and geothermal energy. A dense, multi-scale seismic network consisting of standard seismological instruments, borehole piezoelectric acoustic emission sensors and DAS, acquired at sampling rates ranging from 1,000 to 200,000 samples per second, is capable of observing magnitude negative five induced earthquakes at distances from meters to 100’s of meters. All data is acquired and processed using SeisComP.
We are seeking a talented scientist with strong interest in network seismology and software development to enhance our seismological data processing and earthquake catalogue. This role involves real-time and post-processing of waveform data with a focus on improving earthquake quantification across the wide range of earthquake magnitude. The successful candidate will both leverage existing and develop new operational and research softwares.
This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary and international research environment, contributing to fundamental challenges in seismology, geophysics, and energy applications. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in real-time earthquake detection and quantification.
Advance source quantification: develop and calibrate physics-based magnitude scales applicable to the entire event catalogue; source mechanisms for larger events. Ensure broad usage of all available instrumentation.
Establish GMPEs for the Bedretto environment.
Supervise the implementation of new methods and products in real-time operations.
Contribute to network development, operation and data quality control.
Interpretation of earthquake catalogues.
Participation in manual review or operations during active experiments.
PhD in seismology or a related field.
Experience developing or applying methods for micro-earthquake detection, quantification, or catalogue analysis.
Programming skills in Python; experience in scientific software development and C++ would be regarded positively.
Familiarity with seismic data processing and real-time systems, particularly SeisComP and ObsPy.
Proficiency in English, the working language of our group.
Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with a multidisciplinary and international team.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for scientific reporting, and engaging with external partners.
Proactive and creative approach to addressing complex scientific challenges.
Ability to adapt to evolving research directions and handle catalogue processing demands.
Passion for advancing research through technology.
Work in an international, dynamic and collaborative research environment at the forefront of earthquake physics and seismic instrumentation.
Contribute to fundamental challenges in seismology, geothermal energy, and geobiology.
Access to cutting-edge tools, algorithms, and high-quality seismic datasets.
Competitive salary and benefits, including academic development and training opportunities.
Flexible working hours (80 to 100%).
Place of work is in Zurich, near ETH main building, centrally located with excellent access to public transport. Travel to the Bedretto Laboratory is infrequent.
We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents:
Curriculum Vitae
Motivation letter (addressing interest in network seismology)
Research statement
Contact information for 3 references
Please note that applications submitted via email or post will not be considered.
For further information on the BedrettoLab, visit our website. Questions regarding the position may be directed to Dr. John Clinton (jclinton@sed.ethz.ch). We look forward to receiving your application!