PhD and Postdoctoral Positions in Deep Earthquake Research

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PhD and Postdoctoral Positions in Deep Earthquake Research (ERC SODA) - University of Padova

Employer

University of Padova

The Department of Geosciences at the University of Padova offers a
vibrant, dynamic, and collaborative research environment
, bringing together a young and international community of scientists working across seismology, geophysics, geodynamics, geology, and environmental sciences. The department is strongly committed to interdisciplinary research and provides access to excellent computational facilities, state-of-the-art laboratories, and a lively schedule of seminars, workshops, and group activities.

As one of Europe's oldest and most prestigious universities (founded in 1222), the
University of Padova
combines a long academic tradition with a forward-looking approach to innovation and scientific excellence. Padova is a thriving university city with a high quality of life, an active cultural scene, and a welcoming atmosphere for students and researchers from around the world.

It is an inspiring place to develop new ideas, advance your career, and engage in cutting-edge research at the frontier of Earth science.

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Location

Padova, Italy

Sector

Academic

Relevant divisions

Geodynamics (GD)

Seismology (SM)

Type

Contract

Level

Experienced

Salary

€ / Year

Required education

PhD

Application deadline

Open until the position is filled

Posted

9 December 2025

Job Description
Within the framework of the ERC Consolidator Grant
SODA
, we are seeking highly motivated PhD students and postdoctoral researchers to investigate deep earthquakes using state-of-the-art seismological approaches and thermomechanical modelling. This project offers a unique opportunity to contribute to research at the interface between geophysics, computational science, and earthquake physics.

At this stage, applications are particularly encouraged for the following two postdoctoral positions:

• Postdoctoral Researcher in Thermomechanical Modelling Candidates should have a strong background in numerical or analytical modelling of thermomechanical processes relevant to lithospheric and mantle dynamics.
• Postdoctoral Researcher in Global Seismological Data Analysis Candidates should have expertise in large-scale seismic data processing and analysis, ideally with experience in machine learning, advanced computational methods, GPU acceleration, and tensor-based techniques.

The starting dates for these positions are flexible, with the possibility to begin as early as
1 September 2026
. We will make every effort to accommodate excellent candidates.

If you know of strong and motivated potential applicants, either at the postdoctoral or PhD level, please feel free to encourage them to contact me directly at

.

Additional positions will be opened at later stages of the project, and earlier start dates may be considered for particularly outstanding candidates.

About The Research Environment
The Department of Geosciences at the University of Padova offers a
vibrant, dynamic, and collaborative research environment
, bringing together a young and international community of scientists working across seismology, geophysics, geodynamics, geology, and environmental sciences. The department is strongly committed to interdisciplinary research and provides access to excellent computational facilities, state-of-the-art laboratories, and a lively schedule of seminars, workshops, and group activities.

As one of Europe's oldest and most prestigious universities (founded in 1222), the
University of Padova
combines a long academic tradition with a forward-looking approach to innovation and scientific excellence. Padova is a thriving university city with a high quality of life, an active cultural scene, and a welcoming atmosphere for students and researchers from around the world.

It is an inspiring place to develop new ideas, advance your career, and engage in cutting-edge research at the frontier of Earth science.

Application deadline: Open until filled

How to apply

directly contact

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