PhD Research Fellowship Available
Marine Geology (Palaeoceanography)
Department of Geology, University of Tromso, Norway
Application Deadline: Monday, 5 March 2007
For further information (in Norwegian and English), please go to:
http://jobb.jobbnorge.no/visstilling2.aspx?stillid=36271&lang=EN
or contact:
Katrine Husum
Department of Geology, University of Tromso
E-mail: katrine.husum [at] ig.uit.no
The Department of Geology, University of Tromso, Norway invites
applications for a four-year PhD research fellowship in marine geology
(palaeoceanography).
The successful candidate will work on the project "Arctic natural
climate and environmental changes, and their consequences for human
adaptation strategies: From science to public awareness." This IPY
project involves a research team with members from archaeology, geology,
and climate research departments of different institutions. The
candidate will study sediment cores from the Nordic Seas (north of 70N)
and the continental margin around Svalbard.
Applicants must have relevant, Masters-level qualifications in marine
geology and palaeoceanography. Knowledge of microfossils (foraminifera),
stable isotopes, and marine sediments is preferable.
To apply, please submit electronically the application form available
at:
http://jobb.jobbnorge.no/visstilling2.aspx?stillid=36271&lang=EN
Additionally, applicants must submit five complete copies of curriculum
vitae, certified copies of certificates and testimonials, and list of
scientific papers by Monday, 5 March 2007, to:
University of Tromso
NO-9037
Tromso, Norway
Applicants are also welcome to submit published or unpublished
scientific papers for consideration. Three copies should be included
with the other application materials.
For further information, please contact:
Katrine Husum
Department of Geology, University of Tromso
E-mail: katrine.husum [at] ig.uit.no