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PhD Position in Geophysics

Position
PhD Position in Geophysics

Employer
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Ben Gurion University

Ben-Gurion University of the Negev is a leading research university committed to excellence, innovation, and diversity. The university promotes equal opportunity and inclusion for all applicants, regardless of gender, age, origin, religion, disability, or personal background. Women and members of underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.

Homepage: https://geomaglab.org


Location
Beer Sheva, Israel

Sector
Academic

Relevant divisions
Earth Magnetism & Rock Physics (EMRP)
Geodynamics (GD)
Tectonics and Structural Geology (TS)

Type
Contract

Level
Student / Graduate / Internship

Salary
Open

Preferred education
Undergraduate degree

Application deadline
Open until the position is filled

Posted
19 October 2025

Job description

At the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, a PhD position in Geophysics is available under the supervision of Prof. Roi Granot.

The project focuses on the collection, processing, and analysis of vector aeromagnetic data for regional and crustal-scale geophysical interpretation. The research aims to improve methodologies for acquiring, correcting, and modeling modern vector aeromagnetic datasets, and to integrate them with other geophysical and geological data.

This position is part of a collaborative research project between Ben-Gurion University and the Institute of Geosciences at Kiel University (Germany), led jointly by Prof. Roi Granot and Prof. Jörg Ebbing. The collaboration combines expertise in geophysical modeling, inversion techniques, and tectonic interpretation, with the goal of enhancing our understanding of crustal and lithospheric structure in the eastern Mediterranean region.

The successful candidate will develop and apply data-processing algorithms, perform magnetic inversion and interpretation, and participate in international scientific collaboration and data exchange.

The position is funded according to BGU doctoral fellowship standards, including a competitive stipend and coverage of tuition fees. Additional support for travel and research visits to Kiel University will be available through project funding.


How to apply

Applications should include:

1. A letter of motivation describing your background, research interests, and fit for the position

2. A curriculum vitae (CV)

3. Copies of academic transcripts and degree certificates

4. Contact information for two academic references

The position is open. Please send all materials to:

Prof. Roi Granot

Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences

Ben-Gurion University of the Negev

rgranot@bgu.ac.il