The Helmholtz Centre Potsdam - GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences is the national centre for research into the geosphere. With around 1,650 employees, we develop a sound understanding of systems and processes of the solid Earth as well as strategies and options for action to counter global change, understand natural hazards and sustainably secure energy and raw material requirements.
For section 3.4 Fluid Systems Modelling (department “Geochemistry”), we are looking for a:
PhD Position (f_m_x) - Uncertainty analysis of coupled transport models for radionuclide migration
Reference Number 10036
The handling of highly radioactive waste is one of the most pressing issues in our modern society. Worldwide, disposal in deep geological formations, for example in claystone, is regarded as the safest option. Migration of radionuclides in argillaceous formations is governed by diffusion and sorption and depends on the geochemical and mineralogical conditions. Quantifying both processes with coupled transport models therefore requires many parameters, all associated with uncertainties. The focus of the PhD is on analysing and evaluating the uncertainties associated with reactive transport simulations. We are therefore looking for a person with affinity for modelling, programming and statistics, preferably with a strong background in geosciences.
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Your qualifications:
What we offer:
Start date: As soon as possible
Fixed-term: 3 years
Salary: The position is classed as salary group 13 according to “TVöD Bund (Tarifgebiet Ost)”. The salary group is determined on the basis of the Collective Wage Agreement and the respective personal qualifications.
Working hours: Part-time 75% (currently 29.25 h/week)
Place of work: Potsdam
Have we piqued your interest?
If so, we look forward to receiving your application by 15th December 2024. Please use our online application form only.
Please state exactly how you fulfil the required qualifications and what your motivation is to become part of our team in a cover letter that you submit with your application.
Diversity and equal opportunities are integral components of our human resources policy. The GFZ actively promotes diversity and explicitly welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of ethnic and social origin, nationality, gender, sexual orientation and identity, religion/belief, age and physical characteristics. Anyone who has been recognised as severely disabled, will be given preferential consideration in the event of equal suitability and qualification in accordance with the provisions of the German Social Code IX. If you have any questions, please contact our Representative Body for Employees with Disabilities at sbv[at]gfz-potsdam.de, who will be happy to assist you in the further application process. In case of further queries regarding gender equality, please do not hesitate to contact our Equal Opportunities Officer at gba[at]gfz-potsdam.de.
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In case of any further queries relating to the field of activity, please contact Dr. Theresa Hennig via email. If you have any general questions about the application process, please contact our recruiting team at our phone number +49 (0) 331-6264-28787.
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