Postdoctoral Researcher in Palaeomagnetism – Lund Sweden

About Position/Job

Lund University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in palaeomagnetism as part of the ERC-funded project PALEOCORE: Core dynamics on millennial timescales. The position, supervised by Dr Andreas Nilsson, offers a two-year fixed-term contract based at the Department of Earth and Environmental Science in Lund, Sweden. The research focuses on analysing sediment cores from Kerguelen and South Georgia Islands, reconstructing variations in Earth’s magnetic field, and investigating fluid flow at the top of the core over the past few millennia. The project employs interdisciplinary methods, including u-channel measurements, rock magnetic analyses, CT scanning, Bayesian age-depth modelling, and international collaboration with laboratories in Norway and the USA. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-impact research, enhance palaeomagnetic datasets, and develop PSV master curves for Southern Hemisphere sites, aligning with Lund University’s commitment to cutting-edge Earth science research.

Position/Job Details

Position: Postdoctoral Researcher
Institution: Lund University
Department: Department of Earth and Environmental Science
Research Field: Environmental Science / Earth Science
Location: Lund, Sweden
Number of posts: 1
Job Type: Full-time, Postdoctoral
Start Date (Anticipated): February 2026
Working Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary Range: As per Lund University postdoctoral scale
Required Degree/Diploma: PhD

Research Area

Paleomagnetic analyses of sediments
Sedimentological analyses using CT scans
Age-depth modelling (C14 dating, stratigraphic correlation)
Geomagnetic field reconstructions
Bayesian statistical modelling
International and interdisciplinary collaboration

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

PhD in Earth Science, Geophysics, or related field completed within the last 3 years
Strong research skills in palaeomagnetism
Proficiency in English (oral and written)
Ability to work independently and in international teams

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with sediment core subsampling and U-channel measurements
Proficiency in Python or similar programming languages
Previous experience with PSV master curve development
Collaborative and proactive research attitude

Key Responsibilities

Subsampling and analysis of sediment cores in Bergen, Norway
U-channel measurements at Oregon State University, USA
Rock magnetic analyses at Lund University laboratory
Post-processing and interpretation of palaeomagnetic data
Investigating depositional and coring-related distortions using CT scans
Developing PSV master curves and improving age-depth models using Bayesian methods

Application Process

How to Apply:

Applications must be submitted online as a single PDF file through Lund University’s recruitment portal.

Required Documents:

CV and publication list
Cover letter (maximum 2 pages) explaining interest in the position and alignment with research background
Contact information of at least two academic references
Doctoral degree certificate and relevant transcripts