Project
This is a fully funded four year PhD position under the joint supervision of Prof. V. Pease and Dr. E. Arnold at Stockholm University, and Dr. R. Scott and Dr. A. Morton, CASP, Cambridge University. The successful applicant will be based in Stockholm. The project is focused on provenance studies of sediments from locations around the circum-Arctic in order to test different tectonic scenarios. Heavy mineral suite analysis combined with zircon U-Pb and O-isotopic analyses via SIMS and LA-ICP will be used to identify source regions within a temporal and spatial framework. This work is vital to establishing a comprehensive stratigraphic framework which can be compared to, for example, the North American datum of Alaska and Canada in order to test various tectonics scenarios.
This is a fully funded four year PhD position under the joint supervision of Prof. V. Pease and Dr. E. Arnold at Stockholm University, and Dr. R. Scott and Dr. A. Morton, CASP, Cambridge University. The successful applicant will be based in Stockholm. The project is focused on provenance studies of sediments from locations around the circum-Arctic in order to test different tectonic scenarios. Heavy mineral suite analysis combined with zircon U-Pb and O-isotopic analyses via SIMS and LA-ICP will be used to identify source regions within a temporal and spatial framework. This work is vital to establishing a comprehensive stratigraphic framework which can be compared to, for example, the North American datum of Alaska and Canada in order to test various tectonics scenarios.
The successful applicant will join a dynamic group working on the tectonic evolution of the circum-Arctic, will collect original material during the planned 2012 expedition, have access to existing collections, and will contribute to CASP industry-funded projects. Fieldwork occurs under rugged conditions and in remote areas – outdoor experience is meritorious. In addition to fieldwork, a significant amount of technical training will be obtained in the UK, so an ability and willingness to travel is essential.
Qualifications
Stockholm University Requirements: Applicants must have completed a research degree (e.g. Masters) or university study of 240 p (4 years), with at least 60 p (1 year) at the advanced (research) level. Department Requirements: at least 90 p in Earth Science and 30 p Math/Physics/Chemistry and or Biology, and a 30 p independent project at the advanced level.
Stockholm University Requirements: Applicants must have completed a research degree (e.g. Masters) or university study of 240 p (4 years), with at least 60 p (1 year) at the advanced (research) level. Department Requirements: at least 90 p in Earth Science and 30 p Math/Physics/Chemistry and or Biology, and a 30 p independent project at the advanced level.
Selection criteria
The basis for selection is the applicant’s ability to succeed at research training.
Stockholm University is an equal opportunity employer. Appointment regulations for research training at Stockholm University are available in Swedish at: www.regelboken.su.se and the Higher Education Board’s handbook for PhD students in both Swedish and English at:www.doktorandhandboken.nu.
The basis for selection is the applicant’s ability to succeed at research training.
Stockholm University is an equal opportunity employer. Appointment regulations for research training at Stockholm University are available in Swedish at: www.regelboken.su.se and the Higher Education Board’s handbook for PhD students in both Swedish and English at:www.doktorandhandboken.nu.
For more information contact Prof. Victoria Pease at vicky.pease@geo.su.se.
Union representatives are Bo Ekengren (SACO), Lisbeth Häggberg (Fackförbundet ST), telephone +46-(0)8-16 2000 (switch board), and Birgitta Carlén (SEKO), telephone +46-(0)8-16 2000 (switch board).
Applications should include
Cover letter, completed form SU 9012, CV, copies of examination certificates and/or other proof of eligibility and the contact details of two referees.
Cover letter, completed form SU 9012, CV, copies of examination certificates and/or other proof of eligibility and the contact details of two referees.
Please send your application, marked with reference number SU 464-13-0008-11, no later than March 26, 2011 to:
Stockholm University
The Department of Geological Sciences
Elisabeth Däcker
Svante Arrhenius väg 8
SE-114 18 STOCKHOLM
Stockholm University
The Department of Geological Sciences
Elisabeth Däcker
Svante Arrhenius väg 8
SE-114 18 STOCKHOLM
SWEDEN
or by e-mail: elisabeth.dacker@geo.su.se
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