Dear Cryolist:
As a part of the project SAMAR: “Short and long term ablation modelling based on Automatic Weather Station data and Regional Climate Model”, the Institute of Earth Sciences, University of Iceland seeks a PhD candidate in glaciology. This project is a close collaboration between University of Iceland, and the Danish Meteorological Institute (DMI). The project is funded by RANNÍS, the Icelandic Centre for Research (http://en.rannis.is/). Further information about the project and the application procedure can be found here:
http://earthice.hi.is/vacant_phd_student_position_glaciology_university_iceland
Candidates should have completed studies at Master’s level in Natural Sciences or related disciplines (Geophysics/Earth Science, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Sciences, Engineering). Experience in computer programming (matlab, fortran, C/C++), time series analysis, meteorology or glaciology is desirable. Good communication skills, a good command of English and an ability to work in a team is required.
Applications should include a cover letter, your Curriculum Vitae (stating relevant work experience, knowledge in computer programming and field work experience), copies of university diplomas (BS and MS) with clear indication of subjects and grade information in English, a one page statement of research interest, and names and contact information of two potential referees.
Further information will be provided by Guðfinna Aðalgeirsdóttir and applications should be sent by email to her: gua@hi.is, no later than 20 January 2015
With regards,
Tollý
--------------------------------------------------------------- Guðfinna Aðalgeirsdóttir, PhD, Associate Professor of Glaciology Faculty of Earth Sciences Institute of Earth Sciences, University of Iceland Sturlugata 7, 101 Reykjavik tel: +354-525-4489
