We are looking for a motivated candidate with experience in numerical modelling. The project is about numerical modelling of aseismic deformation in a fold-and-thrust system at the time-scale of the seismic cycle.

The detailed description of this position can be found in the following file: 

Short description :
We are looking for a motivated postdoctoral researcher with interest in understanding the mechanical processes of crustal deformation at the time-scale of the seismic cycle. The project will be focused on aseismic deformation in the upper crust with a main scientific question:  can permanent deformation be distinguished from elastic deformation? To address this question, the successful candidate will use numerical modelling approach based on a case study on Taiwan where geologic and geodetic observations are available. The research activity will include implementation of numerical models of at the scale of a fault system of a thrust-and-fold belt with quasi-static approach and typical time-scale ranging from days to seismic cycle time-scale.

INSTITUTION: Univ. Grenoble ALpes (France, Grenoble)
SCIENTIFIC HOSTING DEPARTMENT:  ISTerre
CONTACT: Erwan Pathier, erwan.pathier@univ-grenoble-alpes.fr
CONTRACT DURATION : 12 months
JOB STATUS : Full time.
CONTRACT STARTING DATE:  before the end of 2019
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 28 October 2019
Annual Gross Salary :  28800€ – 31200€ according to experience

Applicants should
1- hold a PhD degree (or be about to earn one)
2- have a significant research experience in numerical modelling using Finite Element method or Discrete Element Method.
3- have knowledge in Earth sciences (geophysics, geology, geodesy)
4- have good knowledge of the written and spoken English language.

For questions about the position, please contact Erwan Pathier (erwan.pathier@univ-grenoble-alpes.fr)