2 PhD positions in Marine GeologyThe University of Tromsø has 2 PhD positions in Marine Geology at the Faculty of Science and Technology, in the EU funded training network "The changing Arctic and Sub-Arctic environment: A research and training program on marine biotic indicators of recent climate changes in the high latitudes of the North Atlantic" (CASE), vacant for applicants who would like to complete a PhD degree. The period of appointment is three years. Research projects Position 1: The successful applicant will focus on quantification of sea surface temperatures and the relation of surface water masses and the variability of the MOC through the Holocene. The project also aims to improve the knowledge on the relation between planktic foraminifera and other biotic groups in addition to their relation to ocean circulation temperature, sea ice distribution and marine production in view of recent environmental changes. The methodology includes census counts of planktic foraminiferal assemblages, quantitative estimates through a suite of statistical approaches (transfer functions) and measurements of Mg/Ca ratios. This project will be carried out close collaboration with "Environnements et Paléoenvironnements Océaniques (EPOC)", a joint University of Bordeaux and CNRS institution, France. Position 2: The successful applicant will focus on quantitative and qualitative characterization of the intermediate and bottom water masses and their relation to the variability of MOC during the Holocene. The characterization includes biogenic carbonate production, bottom water temperature and ventilation. The project also aims to improve the knowledge on the relation between benthic foraminifera and other biotic groups in addition to their relation to ocean circulation temperature and marine production in view of recent environmental changes. The candidate will use census counts of benthic foraminiferal assemblages and measurements of Mg/Ca ratios. This project will be carried out close collaboration with Leibniz Institut für Meereswissenschaften an der Universität Kiel (IFM-GEOMAR), Germany. Applicants must quote in the application which position that is relevant with respect to the two above-mentioned research areas. Requirements and Training The successful applicant must document knowledge in geology at master's level. A good background in marine geological techniques and Quaternary paleoceanography is necessary. For position 1 experience with marine micropaleontological techniques and applications will be an advantage in addition to knowledge and use of statistical methods in paleoceanography. For position 2 experience with marine micropaleontological techniques and applications (especially foraminifera) are highly desirable. Further information More information about the planned work of the ITN "CASE" and the Department of Geology, University of Tromsø team can be found on http://caseitn.epoc.u-bordeaux1.fr and http://www2.uit.no/ikbViewer/page/ansatte/organisasjon/hjem?p_dimension_id =88137&p_menu=42374&p_lang=1. For further information, please contact: Researcher Katrine Husum, tel. +47 77 64 64 55, e-mail: katrine.husum@uit.no or Professor Jürgen Mienert, tel. +47 77 64 44 46, e-mail: jurgen.mienert@uit.no The application is to be submitted electronically on the application form available at http://www.jobbnorge.no/job.aspx?jobid=68909 and should not be sent later than 16th of September 2010 For applications for appointment, an application for admission to the PhD study must also be enclosed; application form in English In addition, the application, including CV, certified copies of diplomas and references, application for admission to the PhD study and the list of scientific works, are to be sent in 4 copies by the deadline for applications, directly to: Faculty of Science and Technology |
