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Ph.D. in Geodynamics at the University of Miami

Employer
University of Miami
Location
Miami, Florida (US)
Closing date
Dec 4, 2020

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Discipline
Solid Earth Geophysics, Tectonophysics
Career Level
Student / Graduate
Education Level
Bachelors
Job Type
Internship
Relocation Cost
No Relocation
Sector Type
Academia

Ph.D. position in Geodynamics at the University of Miami (Fall 2021)

A Ph.D. assistantship is available in the Geodynamics group at the Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (University of Miami). Starting Fall 2021, the successful applicant will investigate the dynamics of subduction zones using state of the art numerical modeling techniques. Models will be constrained using a range of geological and geophysical observables and will be complemented with idealized analytical models. For a brief overview of currently active research areas in the UM Geodynamics group, see: https://adamfholt.github.io/research.

Application

Students with backgrounds in a quantitative discipline (geoscience, physics, engineering, etc.), a strong academic record, and prior Geophysics/Geodynamics research experience are encouraged to apply. If interested, please reach out to the Geodynamics group head, Dr. Adam Holt (aholt@miami.edu), with a short CV and brief statement of interest. The formal application deadline is January 1st 2021 and detailed information on the official application procedure can be found at https://graduate.rsmas.miami.edu/admissions/application-information/index.html. Early applications, by December 1st, are encouraged to meet deadlines for internal (UM) fellowships.

Rosenstiel School, University of Miami

The successful applicant will become a member of the Department of Marine Geosciences (MGS) within the Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science. MGS is home to faculty with a wide range of research focuses (Geodesy, Seismology, Geochemistry, Geology) and is located on the picturesque Rosenstiel School campus (Virginia Key, Miami). The Ph.D. assistantship provides 5 years of full support: salary, tuition, and health insurance.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. See https://www.hr.miami.edu/careers/eo-ada/index.html for additional information.

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