PhD student Position

The Institute of Geophysics, University of Göttingen has an exciting 
opening for a highly 
motivated, high calibre student wishing to pursue studies leading to 
a PhD, starting 1st 
October 2008. The successful candidate, who will have a strong 
background in physics, will 
analyse model and interpret high-quality electromagnetic depth 
sounding (magnetotelluric and 
GDS) data from Queensland, with reference to geodynamic models of 
plate motion and 
mantle flow. Employment will be according to German TV-L 13/2 for up 
to three years. The 
thesis may be written in English or German. The closing date for 
applications is 1st July 2008. 
Enquiries and applications should be addressed to the project 
supervisor: 

Dr. Fiona Simpson 
Institut für Geophysik

Fakultät für Physik 
Georg-August-University 
Friedrich – Hund – Platz 1 
37077 Göttingen, Germany
email:fiona.simpson@geo.physik.uni-goettingen.de 

The Georg-August-University is an equal opportunities employer and is 
committed to raising 
the proportion of women scientists. As such, applications from 
suitably-qualified women are 
strongly encouraged. Applications from candidates with severe 
disabilities are also 
particularly encouraged.