LIAG-Institut für Angewandte Geophysik, Stilleweg 2, 30655 Hannover

Homepage: https://www.leibniz-liag.de

The LIAG-INSTITUTE FOR APPLIED GEOPHYSICS is looking for you to start as soon as possible with 100 % of the regular weekly working time for a permanent position as

Postdoctoral Research Assistant (m/f/d)
E 13 TV-L

Job posting number G 23/24
Keyword: „Angewandte Reflexionsseismik – Messtechnik“

LIAG uses complementary geophysical methods to investigate both structures and processes in the Earth’s upper crust, thereby combining application-oriented and basic research. The work currently focuses on geohazards, groundwater and georeservoirs. In the field of reflection-seismic methods (compressional and shear waves, and multi-component reflection-seismic methods), our methodological focus is on seismic measurement technology. LIAG is an international leader in the development of broadband seismic vibrational sources (for which the institute holds patents) and shear-wave methodology for high-resolution (down to the sub-metre scale) exploration and characterisation of geological structures.
We pursue coordinated scientific development of the reflection-seismic method and the applied research topics. You will be continuously involved in developing innovative approaches in the acquisition, processing and evaluation of reflection seismic data. In particular, you will take complete scientific responsibility for the field of measurement technology. In addition to further developing existing components (currently hydraulic and electrodynamic vibrational sources, landstreamers), we also endeavour to create new sources and to integrate innovative technologies that are available on the market into our work. You will contribute significantly to this by developing your own ideas and the acquisition of third-party funds as well as an internal and external professional networking. Our experienced technical staff will support you in all these activities.
LIAG offers a wide range of opportunities for personal development and the definition of one’s own scientific research, an active and inspiring scientific environment, and excellent networking in the international research community. With flexible working hours, including opportunities for mobile working, we contribute to the compatibility of career and family.
Please enclose an outline of your research ideas (approx. one page) with your usual application documents.

Required qualifications and experience:

• University degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Geophysics, Geosciences with a focus on Geophysics, Physics or a comparable field
• Doctorate, preferably in a topic related to applied reflection-seismic methods
• Sound theoretical knowledge and scientific experience in the fields of applied reflection-seismic methods and seismic wave propagation
• Very good understanding of seismic measurement technology and signal processing
• Experience in the acquisition, processing, and interpretation of reflection seismic data
• Good programming skills (e.g. Python, Matlab, etc.)
• Evidence of scientific achievements in these fields through publications in international peer-reviewed journals
• English language skills (at least comparable to level B2 GeR); willingness to learn German, if necessary
• Willingness to participate in field surveys in Germany and abroad (approx. 6 weeks per year spread over several periods)
• Creativity, ability to work in a team, professionalism
• Class B driving licence, willingness to obtain a class BE driving licence (paid by LIAG)
  Ideally, you also meet the following requirements:
• Experience in seismic wave modelling
• Experience in working in, and possibly leading, interdisciplinary and international research projects
• International networking
• Experience with additional applied geophysical methods
• Successful acquisition of third-party funding
• Interest in teaching and promotion of young talent
• Willingness to obtain a class C1E driving licence (paid by LIAG)
  We offer:
  LIAG enjoys an excellent reputation, both nationally and internationally. The institute is characterized by excellent infrastructural integration into the GEOZENTRUM Hannover, state-of-the-art and high-performance equipment (IT, laboratory, field), strong networking, and a friendly, professional and collegial working-environment. LIAG promotes further education and training of its staff.

The place of employment is Hannover, Germany. The classification takes place in salary group 13 of the collective agreement for the public service of the German states (TV-L), taking into account § 40 No. 5 TV-L (consideration of professional experience).

We welcome applications from people of all nationalities, regardless of their origin, gender, religion or belief, disability, age or sexual identity. LIAG also pursues the goal of equal professional rights for women and men. Therefore, we particularly welcome applications from women. With flexible working hours, we offer you a responsible and varied job that is also suitable for part-time employees and as a re-entry after parental leave.

The LIAG endeavours to increase the proportion of severely disabled people, which is why they will be given preference, if they are equally qualified.

Please submit your application electronically (PDF with max. 10 MB) with meaningful documents, quoting the job advertisement number G 23/24 and the keyword ‘‘Angewandte Reflexionsseismik – Messtechnik” via career@leibniz-liag.de to Prof. Dr. Gerald Gabriel until 15.08.24.

More information about our institute is available on our website www.leibniz-liag.de. For further information, please contact Gerald.Gabriel@leibniz-liag.de.