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PhD Student Position on Geosciences in the framework of ERC Project PASSAGE

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STATUS: EXPIRED
The Human Resources Strategy for Researchers
7 Jun 2023

Job Information

Organisation/Company
Universidad de Salamanca
Research Field
Geosciences
Researcher Profile
First Stage Researcher (R1)
Country
Spain
Application Deadline
Type of Contract
Temporary
Job Status
Full-time
Hours Per Week
37,5
Offer Starting Date
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Horizon Europe - ERC
Reference Number
101039348
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No

Offer Description

Applications are invited for a PhD Student position for 48 months to be funded by the European Research Council (ERC) Project “PASSAGE: Provenance And transport PathwayS of mArine proxy-bearinG particlEs”, starting in October/November 2023 and supervised by Dr. Blanca Ausín.

Aims and Scope

PASSAGE investigates the long journey that marine sedimentary components experiment in the ocean since their formation until their final deposition and its impact on climate reconstructions. Their secondary transport to distant locations introduces allochthonous climate signals in paleoclimate records, raising questions about the robustness and fidelity of corresponding climate interpretations. PASSAGE aims to fill in the knowledge gap on particle transport modes, to generate a new proxy to identify distorted climate signals, and to provide an accessible approach to correct them. Full information about the project can be found here: https://passage.usal.es

Where to apply

E-mail
passage-erc@usal.es

Requirements

Research Field
Geosciences
Education Level
Master Degree or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications

The PhD researcher will contribute to the goals of PASSAGE using a combination of biogeochemical techniques, such as implementation of age-depth models, biomarker quantification and isolation, geochemical characterization of sedimentary particles, and implementation of isotope mixing models and correction of existing records. The PhD researcher will conduct original primary research that will conclude with the production of an original PhD thesis. The PhD researcher will be based at University of Salamanca and enrol the Oceanic Geosciences research group (https://oceano.usal.es/en/bienvenidos/), which holds extensive expertise in both Oceanography (water-column, sediment traps, and surface sediments) and Paleoclimate studies (climate variability at different time scales). The PhD researcher will benefit from further continuing education, which includes experience and laboratory skills in sampling and both well-established and novel methods in the (paleo)oceanographic field(s), research stays at other field-leading European institutions (e.g., ETH Zurich (Switzerland) and IPMA (Portugal)), and active participation in oceanographic cruises, workshops, and conferences. The PhD researcher is also given the opportunity to gain teaching experience if language and academic background allow.

Tasks

Assist in oceanographic instrument setup and testing

Participate in fieldwork: oceanographic cruises to sample material

Analyse and interpret hydrographic databases

Conduct geochemical analyses on sediment samples

Formulate additional hypotheses and research questions

Collaborate, discuss data, and exchange ideas with mentors and colleagues

Write high quality research manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed scientific journals

Disseminate results at international conferences Mentor undergraduate students

Specific Requirements

We look for a highly motivated and proactive student with a master's degree in Earth Sciences, Marine Sciences, Environmental Sciences, or related disciplines relevant to the position. Candidates are expected to have a strong interest in past climate variability inferred from marine sediments and modern ocean hydrology. Candidates are expected to carry out laboratory work, analytical work, data analyses and interpretation. Programming skills in R or Matlab are ideal.

They should be able to work both independently and within a team. Good understanding, spoken and written English skills are essential to successfully conduct the research. This PhD project implies participation in at least one oceanographic cruise of 2-3 weeks duration in the Iberian margin and a strong laboratory work component.

Languages
ENGLISH
Level
Good

Additional Information

Benefits

This is a full-time (37.5 hours a week) PhD contract limited to 48 months.

The gross salary is 1.400 €/month (14 salaries a year) during the first year, 1.450 €/month (14 salaries a year) during the second year and third year, and 1.700 €/month (14 salaries a year) during the fourth year.

The work must be carried on-site at University of Salamanca (Spain).

Estimated starting date: October/November 2023.

Selection process

The selection commission will ensure a transparent, open, equal, and internationally accepted recruitment process, with special care for gender issues.

Applications will be valued based on better adaptation of the Curriculum vitae to the profile established and compliance with the requirements. Selected candidates will be invited for an online interview in which they will provide a 7-minute presentation and will answer questions from the selection commission.

Additional comments

Deadline: August 15 th 2023

Interested candidates must send (i) a brief CV (maximum 2 pages), (ii) a letter of their research interest and motivation for this position (iii) one recommendation letter, and (iv) transcripts and diplomas of their BAs and MAs degrees to the following email address: passage-erc@usal.es.

Application from candidates expected to complete their MAs by the end of July/August are also welcome.

For further information and inquiries contact Dr. Blanca Ausín at ausin@usal.es.

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
Universidad de Salamanca
Country
Spain
State/Province
Salamanca
City
Salamanca
Postal Code
37008
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Contact

State/Province
SPAIN/Salamanca
City
Salamanca
Website
Street
Patio de Escuelas 1
Postal Code
37008
E-Mail
passage-erc@usal.es

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