Institute of Earth Sciences
Lausanne, Switzerland
Description
Applications are invited for two PhD student positions in the field of Earth surface dynamics at the University of Lausanne, Switzerland. Both positions are fully funded for three years with the possibility of extension for one additional year. Our dynamic and rapidly growing research group possesses access to cluster computing resources, a brand new luminescence laboratory and we are scenically located on the shores of Lake Geneva, a region of outstanding natural beauty offering an exceptionally high quality of life. For further information on our personnel and ongoing research activities, see: http://www.unil.ch/iste
Position 1
The PhD research project will focus on the development and application of a novel thermochronological technique. Low-temperature thermochronology is the study and measurement of the time-temperature history of rocks during exhumation/cooling. Recently, we discovered a new thermochronologic method based on an electron trapping dating method, namely optically stimulated luminescence (OSL)-dating, which should open a new area of research in earth sciences, and especially in the field of Earth surface dynamics. The goal of the project is to further develop this new technique and assess its broad applicability. Fieldwork will be conducted in the Alps, in the Zermatt area.
Applicants should have a Masters degree in geology, geography, geophysics, physics, chemistry or any related quantitative discipline. A strong command of written and spoken English is essential. Some experience in the laboratory would be preferable and programming skills a plus. The PhD research project will be supervised by Dr. Georgina King and Prof. Frédéric Herman.
Interested candidates should email their curriculum vitae, a cover letter outlining research experience and interests, along with the names and addresses of two referees by May 30, 2013 by email to Frédéric Herman (frederic.herman@unil.ch) and Georgina King (gek5@aber.ac.uk). Questions can be directed to Frédéric Herman or Georgina King.
Position 2
The PhD research project will focus on glacial erosion modeling. We are currently developing novel numerical techniques, which will be of broad interest and applicability in Earth sciences and glaciology, and especially in the field of Earth surface dynamics. The project is part of a larger project that includes several PhD students and postdocs gathering field and laboratory observations, which will be interpreted in conjunction with the novel model.
Applicants should have a Masters degree in geology, geophysics, physics, engineering, applied mathematics or any related quantitative discipline. A strong command of written and spoken English is essential. Some programming experience would be preferable. The PhD research project will be supervised by Prof. Frédéric Herman and Dr. Dave May (at ETHZ Zurich).
Interested candidates should email their curriculum vitae, a cover letter outlining research experience and interests, along with the names and addresses of two referees by May 30, 2013 by email to Frédéric Herman (frederic.herman@unil.ch) and Dave May (dave.may@erdw.ethz.ch). Questions can be directed to Frédéric Herman or Dave May.
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