PhD position (m/f/x) in computational mineral physics

The Mineralogy-Crystallography group at the Institute of Geology
and Mineralogy uses experimental and computational methods
to study the structure and properties of Earth materials. The PhD
position (f/m/x) is funded in the framework of the recently estab-
lished DFG Priority Program ‘Reconstructing the Deep Dynamics of
Planet Earth over Geologic Time (DeepDyn)’. The project aims for a
better understanding of thermal transport across the core-mantle
boundary.

YOUR TASKS

» Systematic assessment of various molecular-scale simulation
methods to predict the thermal conductivity of crystals

» First-principles simulations of thermal transport properties
of minerals at the Earth‘s lowermost mantle conditions

» Development and application of advanced interaction potentials
» Presentation and publication of research results

YOUR PROFILE

» Master‘s degree in Geosciences, Physics, Materials
Science, Chemistry or any related field

» Good knowledge in condensed matter physics,
physical and/or computational chemistry

» Basic skills in programming and/or molecular simulations
» Interest in interdisciplinary research including mineralogy,

geophysics, computational materials science
» Good command of the English language

WE OFFER

» a dynamic and interdisciplinary research group
» A diverse working environment with equal opportunities
» Support in balancing work and family life
» Extensive advanced training opportunities
» Occupational health management offers
» Flexible working time models
» The opportunity to work remotely

The University of Cologne is committed to equal opportunities and
diversity. Women are especially encouraged to apply and will be
considered preferentially in accordance with the Gender Equality
Act of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia (LGG NRW). We also
expressly welcome people with disabilities/special needs or of equal
status.

The position is available from 01.01.2024 on a part-time basis (29,87
hours per week). The contract is limited to a duration of three
years. If the applicant meets the relevant wage requirements and
personal qualifications, the salary will be based on remuneration
group 13 TV-L of the pay scale for the German public sector.

Please apply online with proof of the required qualifications without
a photo under: https://jobportal.uni-koeln.de. The reference number
is Wiss2308-08. The application deadline is 15.09.2023.
For further inquiries, please contact Professor Sandro Jahn
(s.jahn@uni-koeln.de).

PhD position (f/m/x) in computational mineral physics

Institute of Geology and Mineralogy

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