Associate Project Scientist Apply now to Associate Project Scientist Job #JPF10139 + JOINT INSTI REG EARTH SYST SCI/ENGR / L&S Physical Sciences / UCLA Position overview Position title: Associate Project Scientist Salary range: $90,100 - $111,400 Review timeline: 32 days Application Window Open date: January 24, 2025 Most recent review date: Monday, Jan 27, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled. Final date: Monday, Feb 24, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled. Position description The UCLA Joint Institute for Regional Earth System Science and Engineering (JIFRESSE) invites applications for a position of Associate Project Scientist whose research will focus on advancing the understanding of landslide and rock glacier dynamics and their interactions with climate change using satellite remote sensing data. The research includes the following activities: • Quantifying the kinematics and environmental controls of landslides and rock glaciers using remote sensing data, including satellite and airborne synthetic aperture radar interferometry (InSAR). • Investigating how climate change is impacting the behaviors of landslides and rock glaciers in the Western U.S. • Developing mechanical-hydrologic models to better understand landslide behavior. Qualifications Basic qualifications Basic qualifications (required at time of application): • Appointee must possess a doctoral degree in Geological Sciences or related field. • Extensive training and experience in geodesy, quantitative geomorphology, and remote sensing techniques, particularly in processing and analyzing interferometric synthetic aperture radar data collected by satellites and airplanes with applications to landslides and rock glaciers. • In-depth knowledge and expertise in landslide and rock glacier mechanisms. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as evidenced by a strong record of peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations. • Demonstrated ability to lead and participate in collaborative research projects and mentoring. • Experience in developing NASA and NSF grant proposals and a track record of successful grant awards. Application Requirements Document requirements + Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. + Cover Letter (Optional) + Statement of Research + Statement of Teaching (Optional) + Statement on Contributions to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion - An EDI Statement describes a faculty candidate’s past, present, and future (planned) contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion. To learn more about how UCLA thinks about contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion, please review our EDI Statement FAQ document, and Sample EDI Statements. + Reference check authorization release form - Complete and upload the reference check authorization release form + Misc / Additional (Optional) Reference requirements n/a Apply link: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF10139 Help contact: tle@jifresse.ucla.edu About UCLA As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. 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