Researcher in Geomagnetism/Palaeomagnetism - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Subject description

Millennial-scale reconstructions of the geomagnetic field have demonstrated a persistence of westward drift at high latitudes of the core, but currently lack the resolution to distinguish between different underlying mechanisms (wave propagation and/or advection). In this project we will combine novel geomagnetic field modelling techniques and new palaeomagnetic data from strategic locations, to map the observed westward drift with unprecedented resolution. The aim of the research is to identify planetary waves in Earth’s core, which would provide important information about the dynamical core processes responsible for generating Earth’s magnetic field.

Work duties

• Adapt a recently developed Bayesian geomagnetic field modelling approach to combine palaeomagnetic data and historical observations of the geomagnetic field in order to produce a high-resolution model over past 500-1000 years.
• Sub-sample and analyse recently retrieved sediment cores from the Arctic using standard palaeomagnetic techniques and equipment available at the Lund Palaeomagnetic Laboratory.
• Actively seek external funding to prolong employment.

Qualification requirements

Applicants must have:

• A PhD in geophysics, preferentially with focus on geomagnetism or archaeo-/palaeomagnetism.
• Very good oral and written proficiency in English.
• Extensive experience with palaeomagnetic measurements and data analysis
• Good level of understanding of available Holocene archaeo-/palaeomagnetic data and their associated uncertainties.
• Experience with programming and constructing mathematical models.

Consideration will also be given to good collaborative skills, drive and independence, and how the applicant’s experience and skills complement and strengthen ongoing research within the department, and how they stand to contribute to its future development.

Terms of employment

Fixed-term employment for 1 year, 100%. 

Contact person: Andreas Nilsson, andreas.nilsson@geol.lu.se

Instructions on how to apply

Applications shall be written in English and be compiled into a PDF-file containing:

• résumé/CV, including a list of publications,
• a general description of past research and future research interests (no more than one page),
• contact information of at least two references,
• copy of the doctoral degree certificate, and other certificates/grades that you wish to be considered.