Centre for Volcanoes and Atmosphere in Magmatic Open Systems
University of Mainz, Germany
PhD position on crustal melt generation and migration
Project description
We have a PhD position available to work on coupling recently developed thermodynamic melting models of crustal rocks with geodynamic computer models to simulate the effects of melting on crustal rheology, the transport of melt through the crust and its emplacement in the upper crust. The position is available immediately and is part of a recently established research centre for magmatic systems (VAMOS, www.vamos.uni-mainz.de).
Qualifications
The PhD candidate should have recently received a MSc with good marks, and possess a strong background in igneous or metamorphic petrology and/or structural geology and geodynamics. Previous experience with computer modelling is advantageous, but not essential.
The candidate should be highly motivated and willing to work in an interdisciplinary team. The candidate will work with both by Prof. Richard White (thermodynamic modelling) and Prof. Boris Kaus (geodynamic modelling) and will interact with other members of the research centre.
The salary is according to the German collective agreement for public employees (50% TV-L 13).
How to apply
Applicants must send a combined (pdf) file containing a letter of application, CV, and names of 2 referees to Profs Boris Kaus and Richard White via email to [log in to unmask] and [log in to unmask] Candidates for the PhD position should also add a list of classes attended and marks obtained, and will have to demonstrate proficiency in English with knowledge of German being advantageous. We start evaluating applications on December 1 2014, until the position is filled.
Richard White
Metamorphic Geology
Institute of Geoscience
Center for Volcanoes, Atmospheres and Magmatic Open Systems (VAMOS)
Becherweg 21
University of Mainz
Mainz D-55099
Germany
Fax: +49 6131 39 23863
Phone: +49 6131 39 24781
Web: http://www.metamorph.geo.uni-mainz.de/englisch/e_index.html
THERMOCALC web: http://www.metamorph.geo.uni-mainz.de/thermocalc/index.html
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