About the Position
The University of Oxford invites applications for a funded Postdoctoral Research Associate in Global Seismology position in Earth Sciences at the Department of Earth Sciences, Oxford, UK. This exciting research opportunity focuses on mantle transition zone imaging, seismic wave analysis, and geophysical inversion techniques, contributing to advanced global seismology research and Earth system understanding.
In addition, the successful candidates will join the DEEPSCAPE group and contribute to the PRISM-MTZ project funded by NERC. They will work on seismic datasets including surface-wave overtones and body-wave precursors, while applying BG-SOLA inversion methods. Moreover, they will compute sensitivity kernels and develop finite-frequency seismic methodologies for high-resolution mantle imaging.
Applicants must hold a PhD or be near completion in seismology or a closely related geoscience field. Strong expertise in seismic data analysis, inversion methods, and computational geophysics is essential. Furthermore, experience with research coding tools such as Python or equivalent numerical platforms, along with publication experience and interdisciplinary collaboration, is highly desirable for this role.
This is a full-time, fixed-term postdoctoral position for 30 months, starting between October 2026 and January 2027. The role offers competitive funding/salary with Oxford University Weighting, and provides opportunities for international collaboration, conference participation, and high-impact publications within a globally recognised research environment.
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Position/ Job Details
- Position: Postdoctoral Research Associate in Global Seismology (X2)
- Institution: University of Oxford, UK
- Department: Department of Earth Sciences, Faculty of Earth Sciences
- Research Field: Global Seismology, Mantle Transition Zone Imaging, Geophysics
- Supervisor: DEEPSCAPE Research Group
- Location: Oxford
- Country: United Kingdom
- Job Type: Full-time, Postdoctoral Research
- Number of Positions: 2
- Start Date: October 2026 – January 2027
- Working Hours: Full-time
- Salary / Funding: £39,424 – £42,794 per annum (including Oxford University Weighting)
- Required Degree / Diploma: PhD/DPhil in Seismology or related Earth Science discipline
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Research Area
- Global Seismology
- Mantle Transition Zone (MTZ) Structure
- Seismic Wave Inversion Methods
- Surface-Wave Overtones Analysis
- Body-Wave Precursors Modelling
- Finite-Frequency Seismology
- Earth Interior Imaging
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Eligibility Criteria
Minimum Requirements
- PhD or near completion in Seismology or Earth Sciences
- Strong experience in seismic data analysis and inversion methods
- Knowledge of computational geophysics techniques
- Ability to manage independent research projects
- Publication record or evidence of research output
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Python or scientific programming tools
- Familiarity with finite-frequency seismic methods
- Background in mantle structure or global seismology research
- Strong interdisciplinary collaboration skills
- Excellent academic communication and presentation skills
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Key Responsibilities
- Compile and process seismic datasets for MTZ imaging
- Compute sensitivity kernels for inversion modelling
- Apply the BG-SOLA methods for seismic interpretation
- Develop finite-frequency seismic analysis techniques
- Analyse uncertainty and resolution in seismic images
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary Earth science experts
Application Process
Submit your application and all required documents through the official portal as listed below:
Required Documents
- Updated CV
- Supporting Statement
- Research Experience Summary
- Publication List
- Academic References
- Proof of PhD status or submission
Important Dates
- Applications Open: April 2026
- Application Deadline: 20 May 2026 (12:00 noon)
- Interview Period: 10–12 June 2026
- Expected Start Date: October 2026 – January 2027
Where to Apply
- University Website: University of Oxford
- Department Information: Department of Earth Sciences, Oxford
- Official Job Announcement: Vacancy ID 185944 (Oxford Careers Portal)
- Application Portal: Oxford University Jobs Application System
Contact for Queries
Email: personnel@earth.ox.ac.uk
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