Postdoctoral Researcher in Seismic Signatures of Wave-Dune Transfer

Job Description

Lead design, deployment, and recovery of a compact multi-station seismic array across the beach–dune transition; manage instrumentation, power, and data logistics.
Build data pipelines for continuous and campaign-style recordings; perform time-series and spectral analyses.
Integrate seismic signals with tides, water-level anomalies, and wave forcing; evaluate controls of sediment properties, vegetation, and water table position on energy transmission.
Co-develop and apply process-based numerical models of dune morphological change informed by collected datasets.
Coordinate field campaigns; interface with park/permit authorities as needed.
Mentor students; lead manuscripts and conference presentations; contribute to follow-on proposals (e.g., continuous monitoring concepts).

Qualifications

• PhD in coastal/nearshore processes, geophysics/seismology, civil/coastal engineering, geomorphology, or a related field (by start date).
• Demonstrated expertise in field data collection and quantitative time-series analysis.
• Coding experience for data analysis/modeling; a clear scientific writing record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with broadband seismometers and portable dataloggers (or analogous geophysical sensors) and continuous monitoring workflows.
• Background in UAS/drone mapping.
• Numerical modeling skills.
• Familiarity with coastal water-level/wave datasets and tide-removal/aggregation strategies.
• Comfort working on dynamic beaches/dunes; ability to lift and carry ~25–50 lb; willingness to work around tides and weather windows.

Expected Salary

The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in coastal/nearshore processes, geophysics/seismology, civil/coastal engineering, geomorphology, or a related field (by start date).
• Demonstrated expertise in field data collection and quantitative time-series analysis.
• Coding experience for data analysis/modeling; a clear scientific writing record.

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, applications must be submitted online. Click on Apply Now at the top of this posting. A complete application includes: Cover letter (≤2 pages) describing fit, relevant experience, earliest start date, and career goals
A complete curriculum vitae
The names and email addresses of three references must be provided. An email will be sent to your references, requesting them to upload their confidential letter to the submission packet.

Health Assessment Required

No