Job description
This PhD project focuses on the application of satellite gravity data to northwestern Europe. The tectonic history of this area is still under debate, and interpretations of existing measurements disagree. The GOCE satellite delivers high-resolution gravity measurements to study the structure of the Earth in greater detail. In this project, full use has to be made of these measurements by combining them with other observations of gravity, deformation, and sea-level, as well as with numerical models of geophysical processes in the area. The aim is to make an improved mechanical model of the top Earth layers beneath northwestern Europe.
Requirements
Applicants are expected to have a university degree (MSc) in physics, astrophysics, applied mathematics, earth and planetary sciences, geodesy, or a closely related area, with a strong background in numerical modelling. Applicants must also be proficient in spoken and written English.
Conditions of employment
The successful candidate will be granted a temporary employment contract with the university that will last for a period of 4 years (48 months). There will be an evaluation at the end of the first year. Within the period of this contract, the candidate is expected to produce a dissertation (PhD thesis) of sufficient quality for him/her to be awarded a PhD.
TU Delft offers an attractive benefits package, including a flexible work week, free high-speed Internet access from home, and the option of assembling a customised compensation and benefits package (the 'IKA'). Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities.
TU Delft offers an attractive benefits package, including a flexible work week, free high-speed Internet access from home, and the option of assembling a customised compensation and benefits package (the 'IKA'). Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities.
Information and application
For more information about this position, please contact Dr. L.L.A. Vermeersen, phone: +31 (0)15-2788272, e-mail: l.l.a.vermeersen@tudelft.nl, or contact Dr. W. van der Wal, phone: +31 (0)15-2782065, e-mail: w.vanderwal@tudelft.nl. For information about the application procedure, you are welcome to contact N. van Wingaarden, phone: +31 (0)15-2782072, e-mail: n.vanwingaarden@tudelft.nl. To apply, please send your CV, a statement of purpose, a list of courses in the BSc and MSc programme including marks, a list of published papers or reports, and the names and addresses of two references. Please submit your documents by e-mail to: n.vanwingaarden@tudelft.nl. Application deadline is March 15th 2011.
When applying for this position, make sure to mention vacancy number LR11-02.
Enquiries from agencies are not appreciated.
When applying for this position, make sure to mention vacancy number LR11-02.
Enquiries from agencies are not appreciated.
Factsheet
| Department/faculty | Aerospace Engineering |
|---|---|
| Level | Master degree |
| Hours per week | 38 |
| Location | Delft |
| Contract | 4 years |
| Salary | €2042 to €2612 per month gross |
| Closing date | 15-03-2011 |
| Vacancy nr. | LR11-02 |
Information
For more information about this job, please contact Dr. L. L. A. Vermeersen, .
For more information about the application procedure, please contact N. van Wingaarden/HRM.
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