ERC-funded PhD: Geomechanics & Geohazards Forecasting

European Geosciences Union; Uppsala kommun; On-site; SEK 326,441 - 380,848; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Prestigious ERC Funding

Interdisciplinary Environment

Mentorship in career development

Excellent Working Conditions

Job summary

The European Geosciences Union is seeking two PhD students focused on Geomechanics and Geohazards within an ERC project at Uppsala University. The research aims to advance prediction science for natural hazards like landslides and rockbursts.

This role involves developing advanced modeling techniques and requires a Master’s degree in relevant fields. Successful candidates will benefit from prestigious ERC funding and an interdisciplinary research environment.

Qualifications

• Hold a Master’s degree in a relevant field for the PhD program.
• Completed at least 240 credits in higher education.
• Solid base in mathematics, mechanics and physics.

Responsibilities

• Develop physics-based modelling approaches for geohazards.
• Investigate mechanisms governing failure precursors.
• Focus on landslides and rockbursts.

Skills

Mathematics

Mechanics

Physics

Computer simulations

Scientific programming

Education

Master’s degree in geomechanics, geophysics or relevant field

Job description

The European Geosciences Union is seeking two PhD students focused on Geomechanics and Geohazards within an ERC project at Uppsala University. The research aims to advance prediction science for natural hazards like landslides and rockbursts.

This role involves developing advanced modeling techniques and requires a Master’s degree in relevant fields. Successful candidates will benefit from prestigious ERC funding and an interdisciplinary research environment.