9 Apr 2024
Job Information
- Organisation/Company
Geosciences and Environment Faculty - UNIL- Research Field
Geosciences » Hydrology
Physics » Applied physics
Environmental science » Water science- Researcher Profile
First Stage Researcher (R1)- Country
Switzerland- Application Deadline
15 May 2024 - 23:59 (Europe/Zurich)- Type of Contract
Temporary- Job Status
Full-time- Hours Per Week
42- Offer Starting Date
1 Sep 2024- 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
Presentation
A PhD position is available to work with the Applied and Environmental Geophysics Group within the Institute of Earth Sciences (ISTE) at UNIL, in close collaboration with the Centre for Hydrogeology and Geothermics (CHYN) at the University of Neuchâtel (UNINE). The PhD project will address process- and methodology-oriented questions in alpine hydrogeology and geophysics. The research will be developed in the Val d'Ursé catchment, located in the Bernina mountain range in the canton of Graubünden, Switzerland. This catchment is underlain by crystalline bedrock, where groundwater storage and flow are controlled by a dense network of fractures and faults. It has a large rock glacier on its north-east facing slope, which contributes to water and solute fluxes through freeze-thaw cycles.
Process-based questions to be addressed within this PhD include: How do permafrost dynamics and freeze-thaw cycles impact groundwater recharge and flow patterns? What is the contribution of freeze/thaw cycles in the rock glacier on groundwater recharge and mixing at the hillslope scale? How can one detect enhanced flow channelling within the fracture network at the catchment scale? Methodology-related questions include: How can geophysical data be used to inform or test distributed groundwater models of alpine catchments? What geophysical methods and measurement configurations are best suited for this purpose? Geophysical techniques to be considered include (i) drone-based ground-penetrating radar to study the rock glacier and fracture patterns in the near subsurface; (ii) electrical resistivity surveying to study water-content dynamics and fracture-induced anisotropy; and (iii) self-potential measurements to learn about groundwater flow patterns and diurnal variations in flow dynamics below the rock glacier. The chosen PhD student will have the possibility to adapt the specific research direction based on her/his interests.
Job Information
Expected starting date: 01.09.2024 or to be decided upon
Contract length: 1 year, renewable up to 4 years
Activity rate: 100%
Workplace: Institute of Earth Sciences, Faculty of Geosciences and Environment, University of Lausanne
Your Responsibilities
Work independently and in collaboration with project partners to advance research within the scope of a PhD thesis. Contribute (15%) to teaching or other institutional activities.
Your Qualifications
We are looking for candidates with an MSc in the Earth sciences (ideally in geophysics or hydrogeology), physics or engineering, who are willing to conduct fieldwork in a high-altitude alpine environment for extended periods of time and implement advanced data processing and modelling approaches. Proficiency in English is expected and working knowledge of French is an advantage, but not necessary.
What the position offers you
You will join an institute of 160 members dedicated to research and teaching in the Earth sciences. We offer a multicultural, diverse and dynamic academic environment, with opportunities for professional training and networking.
Contact for further information and informal enquiries
Prof. Niklas Linde ([email protected] )
Your application
Deadline: 15 May 2024
Please provide the following documents in PDF format:
- A cover letter stating your overall motivation for the position
- Your CV
- A copy of your diplomas
- Names and contact details of three potential referees
Applications must be submitted through bit.ly/Alpinehydrogeophysics
Requirements
- Research Field
- Geosciences
- Education Level
- Master Degree or equivalent
- Languages
- ENGLISH
- Level
- Excellent
Additional Information
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available
- 1
- Company/Institute
- Institute of Earth sciences - UNIL
- Country
- Switzerland
- State/Province
- Vaud
- City
- Lausanne
- Geofield
Where to apply
- Website
https://career5.successfactors.eu/career?career_ns=job_listing&company=universi…
Contact
- City
Lausanne- Website
http://www.unil.ch/gse/home.html- Street
Geopolis- Postal Code
1015
[email protected]
STATUS: EXPIRED
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