Natural Hazard Risk Analyst
AGSO (Australian Geological Survey Organisation)
$57,154-$18,181 plus super
Reference Number: 14207

Three year term AGSO's Cities Project undertakes applied research aimed at mitigating the risks posed to Australia's urban communities by a wide range of natural hazards. The project is seeking an individual to join a dynamic team that is producing multi-hazard risk assessments for major Australian urban areas.

The successful applicant will work with a team of scientists and engineers to develop computational models/programs for assessing natural hazard risk. He/she will advance methodologies via the application of numerical skills including probability theory, programming and modelling. Areas of interest include the likelihood and severity of geohazard phenomena such as earthquakes, landslides and severe storms, the community's vulnerability to these hazards and the social and economic costs. A commitment to work as a member of a dedicated multi-disciplinary team is essential.

The position's information package is available on the AGSO website at: www.agso.gov.au or by phoning 1800 020 551 or (02) 6249 9808.

It is in the interest of applicants to obtain selection criteria for this position and frame their application accordingly.

For further information please contact John Schneider on (02) 6249 9667 or email john.schneider@agso.gov.au

Please send your application to recruitment@agso.gov.au or fax to (02) 6249 9975, or mail to:
Lance O'Riley
Australian Geological Survey Organisation
GPO Box 378
Canberra ACT 2601

Closing date 5 March 2001