The Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science
at the University of Twente, The Netherlands, invites applications for a
PhD studentship
in the project `Comprehensive monitoring and prediction of seismicity within
the Groningen gas field using large scale field observations',
which is embedded in the national research programme DeepNL funded by
the Dutch Research Council.
The induced seismicity of the Groningen gas field can only be understood
through the relation between gas extraction and subsurface response. To
understand the dynamics of the system new approaches are required that are
based on observational data. In the project, we will monitor the seismicity
and determine stress changes, reservoir compaction and deformation of the
overlying layers from seismic data. Advanced tools based on machine
learning, model order reduction and supercomputing will be developed to
model the recorded seismograms and to detect subsurface variations. Changes
in earthquake risk due to changes in gas production will be assessed by
stochastic modelling.
The successful candidate will contribute to this last aspect by
developing risk monitoring and decision support tools.
Candidates are required to have a Master’s degree in mathematics or a
related discipline and a solid background in probability, statistics and
numerical mathematics. They should have excellent grades, research talent
(as proven by their Master’s thesis), an excellent command of English and
good academic writing and presentation skills.
The terms of employment are in accordance with the Dutch Collective Labour
Agreement for universities.
To apply, please send a letter of motivation, a list of your BSc and
MSc courses with grades and either a copy of your Master's thesis if
available or a copy of your Bachelor's thesis accompanied by an outline
of your Master's thesis to
Prof.dr M.N.M. van Lieshout
Centrum Wiskunde & Informatica
Science Park 123,
1098 XG Amsterdam
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