14 days ago
Full-time
Junior
#geologie#forschung#potsdam
PhD Position (f_m_x) Smartphone-based data and earthquake ground-shaking prediction
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Intro
The Helmholtz Centre Potsdam - GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences is looking for a PhD candidate to explore smartphone-based data and develop methods for earthquake ground-shaking prediction.
Tasks
- Develop a working database of smartphone earthquake reports and records
- Use existing ground motion amplification models to select parameters affecting ground motion
- Develop methods to detect outliers and improve database quality
- Explore potential of new observations to predict ground shaking and map site amplifications in urban areas
- Suggest improvements to smartphone applications and contribute to new generation of smartphone seismological applications
Requirements
- Master degree or diploma in Physics, Computer science, Mathematics or Geosciences
- Knowledge of geophysics and seismology
- Knowledge in statistics and/or Machine learning
- Solid Programming skills
- Good English language skills
Benefits
- Ambitious and varied tasks in a dynamic and international research environment
- State-of-the-art equipment
- Public service benefits
- Extensive training opportunities
- Professional career advice offered by in-house Career-Centre
- Flexible working hours and conditions
- Support with finding a good work-life balance
- Institute day-care centre on site
- Workplace within walking distance of Potsdam main train station
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