Doctorate in Glaciology: The Professorship of Glaciology at ETH Zurich invites applications for a PhD position focused on modeling firn changes at the glacier scale under the project deFIRN. This research aims to quantify the impact of climate change on glacier mass loss and improve the predictive accuracy of glacier models.
Doctorate in Glaciology – Modelling Firn Changes
Designation
PhD Student – Modelling Firn Changes
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Glaciology, Climate Change, Environmental Science |
| Location | ETH Zurich (Sion and Zurich, Switzerland) |
| Eligibility | Master’s degree in relevant fields |
| Application Method | Online application portal |
| Last Date to Apply | Applications evaluated starting 11th February, until filled |
Research Area
- Understanding firn structure changes
- Investigating surface mass balance in glaciers
- Climate change impacts on glacier dynamics
Location
ETH Zurich, with research conducted in Sion and Zurich, Switzerland.
Eligibility/Qualification
- Master’s degree in environmental science, geoscience, engineering, physics, or a related field
- Strong interest in the cryosphere
- Experience in computational data analysis or numerical modeling
- Fluency in English (knowledge of French or German is an asset)
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team
Description
This PhD position is part of the deFIRN project funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation, investigating firn processes in response to climate change. The candidate will be responsible for quantifying transitions in firn structure and their consequences for glacier surface mass balance. Research includes model sensitivity analysis, integration of satellite data, and validation with in situ observations.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit the following documents via the online application portal:
- Letter of motivation
- Detailed CV
- Copies of diplomas and transcripts
- Contact details for two references
Please note: Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.
Last Date to Apply
Application evaluation begins on 11th February and continues until the position is filled. The optimal starting date for the PhD candidate is 1st April.
For further information about the project or queries, please contact Evan Miles at evan.miles@wsl.ch (Note: no applications).
