Employment Opportunities

Below is a list of links to currently available employment opportunities related to the SCSN.

DAS Integration Postdoctoral Position

We seek a postdoc to work with integrating DAS into seismic network monitoring and post real time products in the Southern California Earthquake Data Center (SCEDC) within the Seismological Laboratory at Caltech. The candidate will advance the use of DAS data by developing novel algorithms and work with developers in the SCEDC in advancing codes to production level. There are a broad range a research topics that may be explored depending on the interest of the applicant and could include real-time phase unwrapping, monitoring dv/v due to changes in ground water throughout the year, detailed geological structure analysis, utilizing cross correlation techniques with DAS, etc.

The candidate will help with gaining access to fiber optic cables and deploying DAS interrogators in the field. The position will actively participate in the Husker and Zhan research groups as well as work with the SCEDC providing many opportunities and the ability to shape the future of DAS monitoring.

Candidates should have a strong research record. Previous experience with DAS is not necessary but is preferred.

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter that explains your experience and your research interest for the position to Dr. Allen Husker ahusker@caltech.edu. Also, direct any inquiries about the position to Dr. Husker. The position is opened until filled. We would like the position to start as early as July 2025.

Caltech GPS Postdoctoral Positions

Visit The Division of Geological and Planetary Sciences postdoctoral positions listing webpage at Caltech GPS Postdoctoral Positions