Postdoc - Computational poroelasticity

University of Lausanne

Lausanne, Switzerland

Deadline for applications: January 15, 2014

Description

The Applied and Environmental Geophysics Group at the University of Lausanne has an opening for a postdoctoral researcher in the overall field of computational poroelasticity. A particular focus of this research project will be to explore the seismic response of fractured media in general and its relations to the underlying hydraulic properties in particular. The position is term-limited to a maximum duration of five years and will start in early 2014 or upon agreement. 

Requirements

At the time of appointment, the successful candidate must have completed a PhD degree in physics, geophysics or a closely related field. We are looking for a highly motivated, mature individual with strong analytical and methodological skills.

More information and applications

This is an excellent opportunity for a young researcher to launch his/her career by joining one of the leading research teams in the field. Our research group is well equipped, evolving dynamically, and scenically based on the shores of Lake Geneva, a region of outstanding natural beauty that offers a vibrant cosmopolitan atmosphere and a very high quality of life.

To apply, please send a cover letter outlining your research ideas together with your curriculum vitae and the names, telephone numbers, and e mail addresses of three referees to Professor Klaus Holliger, Applied and Environmental Geophysics Group, Geopolis Building, University of Lausanne, CH-1015 Lausanne, Switzerland, klaus.holliger@unil.ch.