Postdoctoral position in Geophysics with focus on seismic methods - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

The Department of Earth Sciences is one of the most complete such academic departments in Europe. Our research focuses on subjects that range from the Earth’s core to the atmosphere, on scales from submicroscopic structures in minerals to the formation of mountains and oceans. We have teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels. Our courses offer a wide range within the geoscience area and several of the department's programs have received the highest rating in evaluations by the Swedish National Agency for Higher Education (Högskoleverket) and the Swedish Higher Education Authority (Universitetskanslersämbetet). For more information, please visit: www.geo.uu.se or www.facebook.com/geouppsalauniversity/.

We are now looking for a:

Postdoctoral position in Geophysics with focus on reflection seismic methods

The Geophysics unit at the Department of Earth Sciences consists of about 50 personnel, including about 20 PhD students. The Geophysics program is currently running projects involving studies of major crustal structures of the Baltic Shield, urban geophysics, novel geophysical solutions (hardware and software) for deep mineral exploration, geological storage, scientific drilling, earthquake seismology, development of instruments, time-series processing and numerical modelling methods for electromagnetic data applied to near-surface and deep crustal-scale studies. The geophysics program runs its own ~ 600-channel (cabled and 1C/3C wireless) seismic system, a state-of-the-art 120-3C seismic landstreamer acquisition system, and develops and uses modern processing and imaging algorithms. It is also well equipped with a suite of other geophysical instrumentation, including electromagnetic instruments (e.g. 11 magnetotelluric stations), modern downhole logging equipment, gravimeters etc. The program also runs the Swedish National Seismic Network (SNSN), consisting of about 70 permanent broadband stations, and has an extensive equipment pool for passive field studies. Further information about the program and the department can be found at: www.geo.uu.se/research/geophysics/.

Duties: The post-doc candidate will conduct research within the recently H2020-funded Smart Exploration project. A major component of the project involves instrumentations and validating them at relevant exploration sites within and outside Sweden. The researcher will also work within a larger research team including experts from different countries and expected to also contribute to other external research projects within the program.

Requirements: We are seeking a motivated candidate with strong interest in research. To qualify for an employment as a postdoctor you must have a PhD degree or a foreign degree equivalent to a PhD degree in geophysics. The candidate should have experience and knowledge on reflection data acquisition and imaging, Matlab (or any equivalent), Seismic Unix, and shell scripting. Good oral and written proficiency in English is required. The project includes field works and the candidate should be willing to spend time in the field collecting data; a driving license may be needed. The position is full-time for two years and may include up to 20% of other activities (supporting other fieldworks, field courses and teaching). 

In your application include your CV, certified copies of diplomas and certificates, and a personal letter describing yourself and your relevant experience (maximum 2 pages). The application should also contain a summary of your PhD thesis and eventual publications, and contact information for, or letters from at least two referees. In your cover letter specifically explain how much your experience fits the position.

Additional qualifications: Can prioritize when high peaks in work burden, responsible to promote project activities through high-quality publications, open-minded and team player with good social skills.

Uppsala University strives to be an inclusive workplace that promotes equal opportunities and attracts qualified candidates who can contribute to the University’s excellence and diversity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people of all backgrounds.

Salary: Individual salary

Starting date: 2020-01-15 or as otherwise agreed.

Type of employment: Two-year employment. 

Scope of employment: 100 %

For further information about the position please contact: Prof. Alireza Malehmir tel. +46(0)18-471 2335, e-mail: alireza.malehmir@geo.uu.se

Please submit your application by 28 november 2019, UFV-PA 2019/3348. 

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