10 Jan 2024
Job Information
- Organisation/Company
Lunds universitet- Department
Lund University, Faculty of Science, Department of Geology- Research Field
Geosciences » Geology- Researcher Profile
First Stage Researcher (R1)- Country
Sweden- Application Deadline
20 Feb 2024 - 22:59 (UTC)- Type of Contract
Temporary- Job Status
Full-time- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by an EU programme- Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No
Offer Description
Subject description
A doctoral student position in Geobiosphere Science under the research topic of palaeomagnetism is hereby announced at the Department of Geology, Lund University (LU), Sweden. The PhD project will be part of a larger EU-funded ERC project PALEOCORE with the aim to investigate ancient analogues of the present-day geomagnetic field to understand the underlying core dynamics responsible for the rapid decay of the dipole field over the past two centuries and the concomitant growth of the South Atlantic Anomaly.
Work duties
The PhD research will be focused on palaeomagnetic analyses of previously collected sediment cores from strategically selected locations in the Southern Hemisphere, Kerguelen and South Georgia Islands, where current geomagnetic field models are not well constrained. The aim is both to (i) improve global geomagnetic field models and to (ii) date/synchronize the different sediment records from the same region using novel modelling approaches. In addition, the PhD student will also compile and re-analyse existing sedimentary palaeomagnetic records from around the world, with particular emphasis on evaluating data uncertainties. The established database will be used in the construction of a new generation of global geomagnetic field models that will be developed in parallel within the ERC project.
The PhD student will be part of a larger research team here in Lund and the project will also involve extensive exchanges with associated research teams in Oregon, USA, and Bergen, Norway.
The main duties of doctoral students are to devote themselves to their research studies which includes participating in research projects and third cycle courses. The work duties can also include teaching and other departmental duties (no more than 20%).
Work environment
The doctoral student position will be placed at the Department of Geology at Lund University. At the department we conduct research over a broad range of geoscience disciplines. We promote respect for each other as well as collaboration within the department, and national/international institutions. With this collective atmosphere, we maintain a positive and stimulating work environment.
The Department of Geology hosts and is surrounded by excellent infrastructure and professional staff in several support functions. Lund University is a government agency which means that you, as a doctoral student, get benefits including e.g., generous paid annual leave, and health promotion benefits, see https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/sites/www.lunduniversity.lu.se/files/b… .
Admission requirements
A person meets the general admission requirements for third-cycle courses and study programmes if he or she:
- has been awarded a second-cycle qualification, or
- has satisfied the requirements for courses comprising at least 240 credits of which at least 60 credits were awarded in the second cycle, or
- has acquired substantially equivalent knowledge in some other way in Sweden or abroad.
Additional requirements:
- When starting, the applicant is expected to hold a university degree (M.Sc. or equivalent) in geology/geophysics or a closely related field of natural sciences.
- Documented very good oral and written proficiency in English.
- The PhD-project may include lab work at facilities abroad and in the field. It is expected that the PhD student can travel in order to conduct this work.
We are looking for a creative person who thrives in a dynamic research environment. The project requires close collaboration with international researchers and the ability to work independently. The candidate should be able to carry out hands-on experiments both alone and in close collaboration.
The following qualifications are an advantage:
- Documented experience of research in the field of palaeomagnetism, geomagnetism, palaeolimnology.
- Documented experience with programming, data analyses, Bayesian statistics and/or data modelling.
Assessment criteria
Selection for third-cycle studies is based on the student’s potential to profit from such studies. The assessment of potential is made primarily on the basis of academic results from the first and second cycle. Special attention is paid to the following:
Consideration will also be given to good collaborative skills, drive and independence, and how the applicant, through his or her experience and skills, is deemed to have the abilities necessary for successfully completing the third cycle programme.
Terms of employment
Only those admitted to third cycle studies may be appointed to a doctoral studentship. Third cycle studies at LU consist of full-time studies for four years. A doctoral studentship is a fixed-term employment of a maximum of 5 years (including 20% departmental duties). Doctoral studentships are regulated in the Higher Education Ordinance (1993:100), chapter 5, 1-7 §§.
Instructions on how to apply
Applications shall be written in English and include a cover letter stating the reasons why you are interested in the position and in what way the research project corresponds to your interests and educational background. Additionally, within this cover letter, we kindly ask you to include a section (approximately half a page) stating the research direction you would like to focus on within the broader subject of Earth Sciences. This short outline serves to demonstrate your scientific interests and creativity and can be different from this project.
The application must also contain a CV, degree certificate (if awarded at the time of application) or equivalent, a copy of the MSc thesis (or equivalent, or a summary if the thesis is not completed at the time of application) and other documents you wish to be considered (grade transcripts etc.). While we ask you to include contact information for one to three references, actual letters of recommendation are not needed at this stage. Candidates will be called for an interview before appointment.
We appreciate your interest in our position and look forward to receiving your complete application.
Requirements
- Research Field
- Geosciences
- Education Level
- Master Degree or equivalent
- Research Field
- Geosciences
- Years of Research Experience
- None
Additional Information
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available
- 1
- Company/Institute
- Lunds universitet
- Country
- Sweden
- City
- Lund
- Geofield
Where to apply
- Website
https://lu.varbi.com/en/what:job/jobID:688468/type:job/where:39/apply:1
Contact
- City
Lund- Website
http://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/about/work-at-lund-university
STATUS: EXPIRED
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