PhD positions in Seismology and Applied Geophysics in Zürich

100%, Zurich, temporary

Recently, ETH Zurich has established the Bedretto Underground Laboratory for Geoenergies (BULG, see for more information). It offers truly exciting and unique opportunities related to geothermal research and for studying fundamental seismological processes. We are currently running two large-scale projects. The Bedretto Reservoir Project is devoted to in-situ studies of the creation and operation of deep geothermal reservoirs, and with the Bedretto Earthquake Project, we will perform fundamental research related with the nucleation of earthquakes.

In the framework of the large-scale projects at the Bedretto Lab, we currently have several openings for PhD positions (see  for more detailed information)

Phd Project 1:
Seismic velocity changes as indicators of stress changes

PhD Project 2:
Variability of petrophysical properties during reservoir stimulation and their effect on elastic wave propagation - from laboratory to field scale

PhD Project 3:
Fracture characterization using borehole radar and seismic data

PhD Project 4:
Source characterization of induced seismicity by joint inversion of seismic data and strain observations gained from fibre optic measurements

PhD Project 5:
Modeling of induced seismicity

The successful candidates should hold a Master’s degree in geophysics, physics, geology or civil engineering, and should have a keen interest and preferably some experience in field work and numerical modeling. It is possible to apply for multiple projects. Please indicate your preferences in your application. We explicitly encourage female candidates to apply.

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