1) NERC funded PhD studentship
Global deformation at tidal timescales

 

2) PhD Opportunities in Geophysics and Applied Science

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NERC funded PhD studentship
Global deformation at tidal timescales

School of Civil Engineering & Geosciences, Newcastle University, UK

We are seeking immediate applications for a 3 year NERC-funded PhD studentship 'Global deformation at tidal timescales' to start in September/October 2006. Candidates should possess at least an upper second class honours degree in a numerate discipline such as geomatics/surveying, Earth/environmental science, mathematics, physics, ci! vil engineering, physical geography. Training will be provided in the necessary geodesy / geophysics / computing concepts, depending on the candidate's background. The project will provide excellent future employment prospects or training for a research career.

The project will focus on the determination of the Earth's anelasticity at a range of timescales. It will research whether current assumptions of the anelastic behaviour of the solid Earth are valid at tidal periods and to what extent must they be modified in the light of new, denser global geodetic observations provided by receivers of the Global Positioning System (GPS) of navigation satellites. The GPS observations will be used to measure the periodic tidal displacement of the solid Earth which arises from the gravitational attractions of the Moon and Sun, but is also dependent on the Earth's elastic and anelastic properties. The project will be largely computer (Unix) based using NASA's GIPSY GPS processing software, and will provide the candidate with a strong research training in geodesy, Earth science and the management of large datasets. The student will be part of a Newcastle-based team collaborating with the NERC Proudman Oceanographic Laboratory and the University of Porto.

For UK nationals or EU nationals who have been resident in the UK for the previous 3 years, this 3-year studentship covers full tuition fees and provides living costs at standard NERC rates (currently £12,300 tax free per year). Other EU nationals may be eligible for a fees-only award. An additional School scholarship of up to £2,000 per year may be awarded to exceptionally well-qualified candidates. Due to strict Research Council eligibility rules, the funding for this project cannot be allocated to nationals from outside the EU.

Further details about the Geomatics Research Group and the School of Civil Engineering and Geosciences may be obtained on http://www.ceg.ncl.ac.uk/r! esearch/geomatics/ and http://www.ceg.ncl.ac.uk respectively. Interested applicants should first contact either Dr Peter Clarke (peter.clarke@ncl.ac.uk or tel: 0191 222 6351) or  Dr Nigel Penna (nigel.penna@ncl.ac.uk or tel: 0191 222 8747).

Formal applications should be made by Friday 1st September 2006, through the standard University application procedure on http://www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/apply/

 

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School of Geosciences, Monash University, Clayton Campus, Australia

PhD research opportunities exist in the School of Geosciences, Monash University for dedicated, well-motivated, and enthusiastic students. Applications are currently being sought from students with outstanding academic records who possess BSc Honours or MSc (or equivalent) degrees and who wish to pursue research within Geophysics and Applied Science. The School of Geosciences is located at the Clayton Campus of Monash University and is renowned for its high standards in teaching and research.

PhD opportunities exist for students interested in a range of topics in Applied Science, Exploration, Environmental, and Engineering Geophysics. The geophysics research group is co-located in the School of Geosciences and the School of Mathematics; it provides access to a wide range of modern geophysical instruments and is well supported by industry partners.

Current project opportunities include

Significant funding is available to support these projects and applicants may also qualify for student stipends. Successful applicants will require a strong record of performance.

Further details regarding the School of Geosciences may be found at www.geosci.monash.edu.au, and information regarding Monash University at www.monash.edu.au.

Please send a letter of interest and your current curriculum vitae toMs Monika Walker (geosciences@sci.monash.ed! u.au) at the School of Geosciences, Monash University, Clayton 3800, Australia for further information and an application kit. Please note that scholarship applications must be submitted by 31 October 2006.

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