Sweden : Post-doc in geophysics

Uppsala University hereby declares the following position to be open for application:

Post-doc in geophysics

with focus on reflection seismic methods

at Department of Earth Sciences, Uppsala university, 2 year position with the possibility of a further employment as Researcher for 2 years.

Available: Starting 15 January 2012, or as agreed upon.

Nature of duties: Include research and planning of research in geophysics with special emphasis on reflection seismic methods. The post-doc will participate in field work, data processing and interpretation activities in conjunction with externally financed projects. Focus will be on projects related to CO2 storage, mineral prospecting and development of seismic processing methods. This is a research position, but teaching up to 20% may be part of the duties.

Required qualifications: To qualify for appointment as post-doc you must have a PhD. Priority is given to applicants who have completed their PhD within 3 years of the application deadline. Furthermore, according to Uppsala University’s general employment regulations, it is also a requirement that teachers possess the necessary skills and qualifications to carry out their duties proficiently.

Ranking criteria: In ranking qualified applicants particular importance will be given to scientific proficiency. Scientific proficiency within the field of controlled source seismology will be valued highest in the ranking procedure. In filling this position, the university aims to recruit the person who, in a combined evaluation of competence, skills and documented qualifications, is judged most suitable to carry out and develop the work-in-hand and to contribute to a positive development of the department and program. A good understanding of seismic wave propagation is necessary.

How to apply: The application should be written in English and should include a short description of the applicant’s research interests. It should also include a CV, relevant examination certificates, a copy of the PhD Thesis and publications as well as other relevant documents (e.g. letters of recommendation or names of reference persons).

The department is striving to achieve a more equal gender balance and female candidates are particularly invited to apply.

For further information contact Prof. Christopher Juhlin, tel. +46-18-471 2392, e-mail christopher.juhlin@geo.uu.se. The trade union representatives are Anders Grundström, Saco (the Swedish Confederation of Professional Associations), phone +46 18 471 5380 and Carin Söderhäll, TCO/ST (the Swedish Confederation of Professional Employees), phone +46 18 471 1996, Stefan Djurström, Seko (the Union of Service and Communication Employees), phone +46 18 471 3315.
 
You are welcome to submit your application no later than 31 October, 2011, UFV-PA 2011/2059. Use the link below to access the application form.

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Application Deadline : 31 October 2011

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