PhD Position (Fully Funded): A fully funded PhD position is available to study the fate of magmatic carbon in the lower crust at Université de Lorraine in collaboration with Centre de Recherches Pétrographiques et Géochimiques (CRPG) and CNRS, France. The project focuses on understanding the deep carbon cycle, magmatic degassing, and carbon storage in the Earth’s lower crust using advanced geochemical and petrological techniques.
PhD Position: Fate of Magmatic Carbon in the Lower Crust (Fully Funded)
Designation
PhD Researcher (Fully Funded – 3 Years)
Research Area
- Petrology
- Geochemistry
- Stable Isotope Geochemistry
- Earth Sciences
- Deep Carbon Cycle & Climate Science
Location
Nancy, France – Nancy
Hosted by Université de Lorraine and CNRS at Centre de Recherches Pétrographiques et Géochimiques (CRPG).
Eligibility / Qualification
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Master’s degree in Geology, Geochemistry, Petrology, or related fields.
- Strong academic background in Petrology.
- Experience with mass spectrometry is advantageous but not mandatory.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Job Description
The PhD project aims to investigate how magmatic carbon is stored, mobilized, and recycled in the lower crust, an important but poorly understood reservoir in Earth’s lithosphere.
The research will focus on three major geological settings:
- Kohistan Arc Lower Crust (Cretaceous intra-oceanic subduction, Pakistan)
- Massif Central Granulite (Variscan post-orogenic lower crust, France)
- Sesia Mafic Complex (Permian magmatic rift margin, Italian Alps)
The student will use advanced analytical techniques such as:
- EPMA (Electron Probe Micro-Analysis)
- SIMS (Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry)
- Stable isotope geochemistry
- Fluid inclusion analysis
- Mass spectrometry
Key research objectives include:
- Determining the primary carbon content of magmas and their degassing behavior.
- Understanding the storage capacity and isotopic signature of carbon in different lower crustal environments.
- Constraining the role of the lower crust in Earth’s deep carbon cycle.
The project offers cutting-edge research training, access to state-of-the-art analytical facilities, and collaboration with local, national, and international experts.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the doctoral school with the following documents:
- Cover Letter describing research interests and qualifications
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) including academic record
- Contact details of two referees
For informal inquiries, applicants may contact the supervisor:
Pierre Bouilhol – pierre.bouilhol@univ-lorraine.fr
Last Date to Apply
📅 Application Deadline: 11 May 2026
📅 Interviews: End of May 2026
📅 Start Date: October 2026
