[Geodynamics] 1 PhD and 1 Postdoctoral positions in mantle geodynamics

[Manuele Faccenda]

Dear colleagues,


The Department of Geosciences (University of Padova, Italy) is opening 1
PhD and 1 Postdoctoral positions in geodynamic modelling in the frame of
the ERC-StG grant *NEWTON* (#758199), which aims at improving our
understanding of the Earth’s interior by coupling seismological and
geodynamic modelling.


Research will focus on modelling mantle flow patterns at the micro- and
macro-scale in order to better determine the mantle recent dynamics and
present-day structure around convergent margins. Micro-scale flow modelling
will be devoted to reproduce strain-induced mantle fabrics consistent with
the seismic anisotropy observations. Macro-scale flow modelling of regional
tectonic settings will rely on adjoint methods and data assimilation
techniques. Early geodynamic predictions of the mantle fabrics and elastic
properties will be conducted around generic subduction zones. Subsequently,
the modelling will be applied to natural subduction settings integrating
geological and geophysical observations.


The successful applicants will work in close collaboration with a
geodynamic group based at University of Padova, seismologists at
INGV-Bologna, as well as with a network of scientists that will actively
collaborate on the project. Candidates will be evaluated according to their
computational skills and experience/knowledge about geodynamic modelling,
adjoint problems and mantle convection simulations at both regional and
global scale.


The successful candidates are expected to work in both independent and
collaborative group environments, to be self-motivated to accomplish the
research goals and to attend national and international conferences to
disseminate research results.


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*PhD position*

The candidates should hold a Master degree in either Geodynamics,
Geophysics or Mathematical Engineering. The appointment is for a period of
three years. The gross salary is 18.845 €/year, and will be integrated with
benefits. Information on the cost of living in Padova can be found here:
https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/AbsFCvl0PoC2E1P5fQNm3C?domain=numbeo.com.

Application closing date: 30 April 2018

Position starting: 1 October 2018


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*Post-doctoral position*

The candidates should hold a PhD in either Geodynamics, Geophysics or
Mathematical Engineering. The initial appointment will be for a period of
one year and can be extended up to maximum 4 years. The gross salary is
26.500-30.800 €/year, depending on experience, and will be integrated with
benefits. Information on the cost of living in Padova can be found here:
https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/AbsFCvl0PoC2E1P5fQNm3C?domain=numbeo.com.

Application closing date: 30 April 2018

Position starting: between 1 March and 1 October 2018

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For information, please contact Manuele Faccenda (manuele.faccenda at unipd.it
<isabelle.daniel at univ-lyon1.fr>).



-- 
Dr. Manuele Faccenda
Assistant Professor
Dipartimento di Geoscienze, Universita' di Padova
Via Gradenigo n. 6, 35131, Padova, Italy
tel: +39 049 827 9159
website: https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/uJRpCwVLQmiAv64mUqX5cf?domain=sites.google.com
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