Hi -
Please respond to Chris Beaumont at the address given below, not to me or
to the list. Please note that this is the second posting for this position,
and that the qualifications have now been made more explicit.
Becky Jamieson
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Dalhousie University, Geodynamics
Research Associate Position
Leader, Lithospheric Extensional Processes Team
The Dalhousie University Geodynamics Group invites applications
from qualified individuals to lead and oversee research in
extensional lithospheric processes.
The Geodynamics Group, in collaboration with partners at Dalhousie,
at the Geological Survey of Canada, and at the Australian
National University, will undertake a five year study funded
by the Atlantic Innovation Fund, IBM, NSERC and CFI. The focus
of the study is the development and application of numerical
software for the study of deformation processes in the lithosphere
in two and three dimensions. The core software will be based on
modern computational solid and fluid dynamics using finite element
techniques. The research also involves the application of the
software to the study of Lithospheric Extensional Processes and to
Salt Tectonics both in generic and case studies.
Leader of the Lithospheric Extensional Processes Team:
This position involves development and application of numerical
models for both general/generic and case study problems concerning
the thermomechanics of lithospheric extension, rifting, and the
formation of sedimentary basins. Particular emphasis will be placed
on localisation of strain, the processes leading to the development
of fault/shear zones, and the incorporation of these processes in
the numerical techniques. Research will initially focus on 2D
plane- strain problems. Candidates must have a background in earth
science, experience in lithospheric extensional processes,
experience in application and development of finite element
modelling for this research problem, and an ability to lead a
small team in this research.
The Team Leader will also be a member of the Software Development
Team and will participate in the design and development of the 3D
software and will lead in use of this 3D software in transtensional
and transpressional applications.
The position, which is subject to final budgetary approval, is
advertised at the Research Associate level (requiring Ph.D and
postdoctoral experience), with salary up to $Can 55K/yr, plus
benefits.
Required qualifications :1) Ph.D and postdoctoral experience;
2) B.Sc or higher degree in earth science; 3) research
accomplishments in lithospheric extensional procesess and in the
application and development of finite element techniques to this
problem, as evidenced by publications; 4) record of successful
participation in team research.
Desired qualifications :1) leadership/administrative abilities.
Information on Dalhousie Geodynamics Group
http://adder.ocean.dal.ca
Applications to: Dr Chris Beaumont, Oceanography
Dept. Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, B3H 4J1, email
[log in to unmask], FAX 902-494-3877, and should include: CV,
self-identification of status in Canada ( Canadian/permanent
resident in Canada, or not), evidence of qualifications listed
above, and three letters of recommendation. Deadline for receipt
of applications is April 2, 2003.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however in
accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian
citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
Dalhousie University is an Employment Equity/Affirmative Action
employer. The University encourages applications from qualified
Aboriginal people, persons with a disability, racially visible
persons and women.
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