Doktorand:in (m/w/d) Geodynamische Modellierung von Heterogenität im tiefen Erdmantel
Core
Develop and analyze numerical geodynamic mantle models to study Ultra-Low Velocity Zones (ULVZs) at the Earth's core-mantle boundary using global convection models.
Role type
PhD researcher (IC computational geophysicist)
Builds
Global ULVZ maps and probabilistic evaluation methods for mantle convection simulations
Domain
Geophysics / Deep Earth Dynamics / Computational Modeling
Required skills
Numerical modeling, C++ programming, Mineral physics, Seismology, Fluid dynamics, Linux
Preferred skills
ASPECT software, BurnMan/Perple_X/HeFESTo, Statistical methods, Open-source software contribution
Responsibilities
Develop numerical geodynamic mantle models with ULVZs, Utilize mineral physics software for material properties, Conduct parameter studies, Develop probabilistic evaluation procedures, Analyze simulation results regarding ULVZs and mantle plumes, Contribute to scientific open-source software, Present results at conferences and publish in journals