Joint inversion of physical and chemical state variable data within a multi-model subsurface hydrology framework.

Hydrogeological models are often calibrated solely on hydraulic heads. Collection of other observations, such as temperature and flux measurements, and age tracer concentrations would help the calibration an uncertainty estimatiion of groundwater flow and solute transport models. On the example of the Neogene aquifer in the Nete catchment, the PhD thesis shall focus on integrating the new types of observations in coupled nummerical models at the catchment scale. The main innovative aspects are: (1) sampling, analysis and integration of 4He tracer concentration (constraining flow in the deep aquifers) along with the young age tracers; (2) perform spatially distributed material parameter inversion, to deal with heterogeneities which are not part of the conceptual model, across coupled models. The modelling tool which shall be used is this year’s new MODFLOW release (MODFLOW 6), which allows for including multiple models, both loosely or thightly coupled, in a single simulation.

» More info: https://yop.app.sckcen.be/Candidates/Create?parentIds=1985

1. Since this month, Murray Hitzman is the new director of iCRAG and appointed as professor at University College Dublin. His SFI research professorship grant comes with approx. 15 PhD's and post-docs which will be filled in in the coming year(s). See attached brochure for an overview of possible research projects. This is a great opportunity to work on securing the supply of raw materials in a large, multi-disciplinary and well established team with lots of links to industry across the world. Keep an eye out for positions to appear soon - on our website.

Op dit moment zijn er een aantal openstaande vacatures  als surveyor openstaan bij GEOxyz: raadpleeg de website!

• See the profile
• You can apply for this job no later than June 15, 2018 via the online application tool

AGT (Adviesbureau Inzake Grondwatertechnieken) is een toonaangevend adviesbureau in zijn vakgebied met internationale referenties.  Wij zijn actief op het vlak van:

-        Bemalingsstudies

-        Grondwatersaneringsstudies

-        Grondwateronttrekking en -herinjectie

-        Stabiliteitsstudies gerelateerd aan grondwater

-        Pompproeven, flowtesten, thermische responsetesten, MFI metingen

-        Grondwater beheersing in het algemeen

-        Project monitoring en begeleiding

-        Grondwatermodellering, modellering stoftransport, warmtetransport

-        Geofysische prospectie bij grondwaterprojecten

-        Ondersteuning van boorprojecten

-        Energieopslag in bodem en grondwater

Om onze groei te ondersteunen zijn wij op zoek naar een nieuwe medewerker met volgend profiel:

-        (Hydro)geoloog – bouwkundig ingenieur – bio-ingenieur - ...

-        Bereid zich te specialiseren zowel op wetenschappelijk als op uitvoeringstechnisch vlak

-        Bereid veldwerk uit te voeren en/of te begeleiden

-        Redactioneel vaardig

-        Klantgerichtheid is essentieel

-        Meertaligheid is een pluspunt

Aanbod:

-        Een gevarieerde en verantwoordelijke functie in een groeiende KMO

-        Interessante verloning en extralegale voordelen

-        Tewerkstelling in Aartselaar en/of Beringen.

Indien interesse, stuur je motivatiebrief en CV naar valerie.berck@agt.be

Job description

The research groups of Mineralogy and Petrology (Department of Geology) and Historical Archaeology of NW Europe (Department of Archaeology) at Ghent University are jointly offering a PhD position in the frame of the research project “Fuelling the furnace. An interdisciplinary study of forest soils as geoarchaeological archives”.

The PhD scholarship is fully funded for four years and preferably starts in October 2018. It frames within a research project that aims at investigating the (pre)historical exploitation of natural resources in forested areas in a comprehensive, interdisciplinary manner. Through a synergy between geochronology (luminescence dating is the main method to be applied), mineralogy, geomagnetism, pedology, geostatistics and archaeology, it seeks to significantly improve our understanding and methodological approach towards the potential of woodland soils as archives of human-landscape interaction, with particular reference to processes of resource procurement (and associated pollution) in the natural environment. The PhD position is focussed on the earth-scientific aspect of the project; a successful applicant, however, will be interconnecting and cross-pollinating with – amongst others – synergetic PhD research into the archaeological significance. The PhD position is part of an interdisciplinary project, and in this context, a second PhD researcher in archaeology will start simultaneously. Close collaboration between both is a prerequisite.

Profile of the candidate

Applicants preferably hold an MSc-degree in Earth Sciences although other relevant disciplines of science can be considered (e.g. soil sciences, physics, chemistry, archaeology, bio-engineering…). The eligibility requirements of Ghent University must be met. Proficiency in English is a requirement; knowledge of Dutch and/or French an asset. A suitable candidate has an interest in broadening her/his horizons across scientific disciplines and will combine laboratory-based analytical investigations with fieldwork. The applicant should be aware of the emphasis on the analytical aspect, involving experimental state-of-the-art laboratory and desk-top analysis. Prior experience in luminescence dating and/or surveying using magnetic prospection methods is advantageous, but not essential. Some background in the use of GIS is recommended.

The PhD candidate will be expected to dissipate the finds in scientific peer-reviewed journal papers, conference presentations, and a PhD dissertation, as well as through communications to the larger non-specialist audience. The candidate will interact, collaborate and actively contribute to the whole of interdisciplinary activities by all agencies, scientists and third parties involved in the research project. She/he will be encouraged to strengthen the academic background and competences.

How to apply

The scholarship is intended to run over a period of two times two years (48 months in total). A positive evaluation of the first two years leads to a renewal of the fellowship by two years, at most. General information on requirements, modalities and salaries can be found on the UGent website (www.UGent.be).

Applications should include a CV, a short motivation letter and contact details of at least two referees. The application deadline is 07/09/2018 (16:00, Brussels time). Applications and/or inquiries can be sent to Prof. Dr. Johan De Grave (johan.degrave@ugent.be).

See also: https://www.ugent.be/en/work/vacancies/scientific/phd-student-i9bmg

Op woensdag 14 november 2018 vindt in het gebouw van de vakgroepen Geografie en Geologie van de UGent een geo-lessen-markt plaats.

Die namiddag stellen de vakgroepen hun onderzoeken en materialen voor, telkens met link naar de lespraktijk (leerplangericht). Een ideale gelegenheid om te leren wat de vakgroepen doen en wat je daarvan kunt gebruiken in jouw lessen.

Praktisch:

• Plaats: Campus Sterre gebouw S8, Krijgslaan 281 9000 Gent, vlot bereikbaaar met openbaar vervoer, als je met de wagen komt kun je parkeren op de campus)
• je wordt verwacht vanaf 13.30 u in de koffieruimte op de 2de verdieping. Daar worden ook beide opleidingen gevisualiseerd
• Tussen 14 en 16 u komt een eerste deel van de voorstellingen aan bod. Elke onderzoeksgroep wordt in een half uur voorgesteld. Je kan dus 4 voorstellingen bijwonen, aan jou de keuze.
• Tussen 16 en 18 u komt een tweede deel van de voorstellingen aan bod.

Je bent van harte welkom! Om organisatorische redenen vragen we om je in te schrijven.

NU INSCHRIJVEN!

Organisatie:

Vakgroepen Geografie en Geologie Universiteit Gent Krijgslaan 281, S8 9000 Gent
WGS84 51,0242° — 3,7107°

Contact:

• Vakgroep Geografie:
  • Email: geografie@ugent.be
  • Telefoon: +32 (0)9 264 46 95
  • Website: http://www.geografie.ugent.be

• Vakgroep Geologie:
  • Email: we13@ugent.be
    
  • Telefoon: +32 (0)9 264 46 06
    
  • Website: http://www.geologie.ugent.be

Bij het Vlaams Planbureau van de Vlaamse overheid zijn we op zoek naar een collega geoloog om ons team te versterken! Heb je interesse of ken je iemand die geïnteresseerd kan zijn, stuur dit bericht gerust door!

Wie wil solliciteren moet snel zijn, de vacature staat open tot 14/12!

https://www.vlaanderen.be/nl/vlaamse-overheid/werken-bij-de-vlaamse-overheid/werken-voor-vlaanderen/vacatures/geoloog

 The PhD scholarship is fully funded for four years and preferably starts in April 2019. The DynaMOD project will focus on the increase of bottom current intensity in the presence of a seabed with a complex topography such as cold-water coral mounds. Previous investigations along the upper eastern slope (300-800 m depth) of the Porcupine Seabight (off Ireland) have indicated a sufficiently small area having the potential to become a unique natural laboratory to investigate this present and past sediment dynamic variability. Firstly, it is aimed to understand and quantify the temporal and spatial variability of the present-day hydrodynamic regime. Secondly, through an acoustic dissection of the subseafloor, we aim to obtain a pseudo-3D view of the contourite drift, formed due to the action of bottom currents. This will enable the reconstruction of the architectural evolution during the past 2 million years, supported by correlation to nearby IODP boreholes. Based upon these present and past observations, 3D numerical modelling will simulate the past palaeohydrodynamic variability to better understand the oceanographic drivers behind the contourite drift construction. For this purpose, the PhD student will apply an integrated approach which is built upon a large legacy dataset using seismic profiling, as well as very-high resolution observations using oceanographic moorings and AUV and ROV technologies.

More information? Check the UGent website