Postdoctoral Research Fellow position within coupled geodynamic-glacial erosion modelling

University of Bergen; Norway; On-site; NOK 617,000 - 754,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Norwegian Pension Fund

Job summary

The University of Bergen invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Department of Earth Science. The fixed-term position is three years and tied to the ICICLE project, funded by the Trond Mohn Research Foundation, with potential stays at Aarhus and GFZ Potsdam.

You will work on 2D coupled geodynamic-glacial erosion models to quantify subduction evolution and contribute to publications and international conferences.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Norwegian doctoral degree (PhD) in Geodynamics, Tectonics or Geomorphology, or have submitted the thesis for assessment before the deadline.

Responsibilities

• Use 2D coupled geodynamic-glacial erosion models to quantify subduction evolution and compare results with mountain belts on Earth.

Skills

Geodynamics

Tectonics

Geomorphology

Quantitative modelling

English proficiency

Independent working

Education

PhD in Geodynamics

Job description

Organisation/Company University of Bergen Department Department of Earth Science Research Field Geosciences Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Postdoc Positions Application Deadline 1 Nov 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Oslo) Country Norway Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 37,5 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

UiB shall be among Europe's leading universities, internationally recognized for high quality in research and education. As a societal institution, we shall contribute to sustainable and democratic development and be an attractive and inclusive place to study and work.

Postdoctoral Research Fellow position

Atthe Department of Earth Science there is a vacancy for a postdoctoral research fellow position withintectonics-glacial erosion interaction. The position is for a fixed term of 3 years and is associated with the project“ICICLE”, funded by the Trond Mohn Research Foundation.

About the project/work tasks:

• Using 2D coupled geodynamic-glacial(-fluvial) erosion models to quantify the evolution of ocean-continent subduction orogens and comparing first order model results with mountain belts on Earth.
• Investigating how the combination of tectonics and climate-driven surface processes shape the Southern part of the Andes, using 2D coupled models.
• Investigating the tectonic versus erosional controls of along-strike variability in the Southern part of the Andes with the help of 3D coupled geodynamic-glacial(-fluvial) erosion models.
• Publication of results in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
• Presentation of results at international conferences.

The work will be carried out at the University of Bergen, with potential research stays at the University of Aarhus (Denmark), and at GFZ Potsdam (Germany).

The position is affiliated with the project “ICICLE”, an interdisciplinary project aiming to quantify how tectonic deformation, glacial-fluvial erosion, and climate interact to shape mountain belts on Earth, by integrating novel coupled geodynamics-glacial erosion models with selected natural laboratories. The project is funded by the Trond Mohn Research Foundation and led by Dr Sebastian Wolf, in collaboration with Prof Ritske Huismans, Prof Ann Rowan, Prof Kerim Nisancioglu (all U Bergen, Norway), Prof Vivi Pedersen (U Aarhus, Denmark), Prof Jean Braun (GFZ & U Potsdam, Germany), Dr Guillaume Cordonnier (INRIA, U Côte d'Azur, France), Prof Dave May (Scripps, UCSD, USA), and Dr Sean Eaves (U Wellington, NZ).

Qualifications and personal qualities:

• Applicants must hold a degree equivalent to a Norwegian doctoral degree (PhD) within Geodynamics, Tectonics or Geomorphology,or must have submitted his/her doctoral thesis for assessment prior to the application deadline. It is a condition of employment that the PhD has been awarded.
• Background and research interest in quantitative tectonic or surface process modelling, and quantitative earth science is a requirement.
• Background and research interest in geodynamics and long-term tectonics is a requirement.
• Evidence of the ability to present and publish the result of research at an international level and documented research potential through published research work and a clear research statement is a requirement.
• Experience with thermo-mechanical modelling or surface processes modelling is an advantage.
• Applicants must be able to work independently and in a structured manner, and have the ability to cooperate with others.
• Applicants must have excellent written and oral English skills.

Personal and relational qualities will be emphasized. Research experience, ambitions and potential will also count when evaluating the candidates.

Special requirements for the position

The University of Bergen is subjected to the regulation for export control system. The regulation will be applied in the processing of the applications.

About the position of postdoctoral research fellow:

The postdoctoral position is a fixed term position with the primary objective of qualifying the appointee for work in top academic positions.Candidates who lack teaching experience and/or other qualifying competencies will be given the opportunity to undertake qualifying work, either during the fixed-term appointment period or through a possible extension of the appointment period (up to a maximum of four years in total).The position may be extended by up to one year (maximum 4 years in total) if the appointee is granted externally financed research stays abroad. Individuals may not be hired for more than one fixed-term period as a postdoctoral research fellow at the same institution.

For postdoctoral research fellow positions associated with externally financed projects, the completion of the project proposal for the qualifying work, as well as a progress plan, will be developed in cooperation with the supervisor and head of department.

It is a requirement that the project is completed in the course of the period of employment.

• a good and professionally stimulating working environment.
• position as postdoctoral fellow (code 1352 in the basic collective agreement) and a gross annual salary of NOK 685 900 upon appointment. Further increases in salary are made according to length of service in the position. A higher salary may be considered for a particularly well-qualified applicant.
• enrolment in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund.

General information:

For further details about the position, please contact Dr Sebastian Wolf, Department of Earth Science, [e-mail]

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