ERC-Funded Postdoctoral Positions in Natural Hazards (2 positions)

Uppsala Universitet; Uppsala kommun; On-site; SEK 496,743 - 662,325; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High-performance computing resources

Mentorship in publishing and grant writing

Interdisciplinary research environment

Job summary

Uppsala Universitet seeks applications for two ERC-funded postdoctoral positions in natural hazards research. The roles will focus on developing physics-based modeling approaches to predict catastrophic failure processes in geomaterials, addressing glacier instability and volcanic eruptions.

Candidates will engage in cutting-edge research within an interdisciplinary framework, contributing to advancements in prediction science. A PhD in relevant fields is required.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in a relevant discipline by employment decision.
• Strong foundation in mathematics, mechanics, and physics.
• Experience in scientific programming and computational modelling.
• Evidence of research excellence through peer-reviewed publications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement advanced modelling and simulation tools.
• Analyse monitoring data integrated with theoretical models.
• Co-supervise PhD students on related topics.

Skills

Scientific programming

Computational modelling

Research excellence

Independent research

Collaboration in interdisciplinary teams

Education

PhD in geomechanics, geophysics, physics, mathematics, engineering, or related discipline

Job description

ERC‑Funded Postdoctoral Positions in Natural Hazards (2 positions)

Uppsala University, Department of Earth Sciences – Uppsala, Sweden

We are inviting applications for two ERC‑Consolidator Grant funded postdoctoral positions within the Air, Water and Landscape Sciences research line of the FORECAST project. The positions focus on developing physics‑based modelling approaches to diagnose and forecast catastrophic failure processes in geomaterials at site scale, with separate tracks on glacier instability and volcanic eruption prediction.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement advanced modelling, numerical simulation and statistical physics tools for the prediction of landslides, rockbursts, glacier and volcanic instabilities.
• Analyse monitoring data and integrate it with theoretical models to understand failure precursors and system predictability.
• Co‑supervise PhD students working on related geohazard topics and contribute to the broader ERC programme.

Qualifications

• PhD (or an equivalent foreign degree) in geomechanics, geophysics, physics, mathematics, engineering or a related discipline, obtained by the time of employment decision.
• Strong foundation in mathematics, mechanics and physics; substantial experience in scientific programming and computational modelling.
• Evidence of research excellence through peer‑reviewed publications.
• Ability to conduct independent research and collaborate effectively in an international, interdisciplinary team.

Benefits and Working Conditions

• Prestigious ERC funding and secure research long‑term vision.
• Frontier research in next‑generation prediction science for catastrophic natural hazards.
• Interdisciplinary environment across geomechanics, geophysics, statistical physics and data science.
• High‑performance computing resources and excellent research infrastructure.
• Mentorship in publishing, grant writing and academic career progression.
• Opportunities for leadership through PhD co‑supervision and contribution to the ERC programme.

Employment Details

Type of employment: Temporary, full‑time.

Contract length: 3 years.

Start date: 1 February 2027 (or as agreed).

Location: Uppsala.

Number of positions: 2.

Application Process

Submit CV with full publication list, PhD degree certificate, PhD thesis and contact details of two referees. Application deadline 14 August 2026 (UFV‑PA 2026/1959).

Applicants may be required to undergo security vetting; successful completion is mandatory for employment.