PhD in Physical Geography

Uppsala University, Department of Earth Sciences (LUVAL) offers a PhD in physical geography with focus on ice sheet modelling, studying the future of the East Antarctic ice sheet. /nThe doctoral project is part of SEAL (National Research School of Excellence in Arctic and Antarctic Research Training) and the international research programme iQ2300 – East Antarctic Sea level rise contribution in 2300, with collaboration and logistical support from Swedish and international partners. /nThe project aims to generate new bed elevation and ice thickness maps for the Riiser-Larsen ice shelf catchment, East Antarctica, and simulate the evolution of grounded and floating ice up to 2300 using a novel inverse approach and the Utrecht Finite Volume Ice Sheet Model (UFEMISM). /nThe position includes participation in fieldwork and research campaigns in polar and subpolar environments, national and international travel, and mobility stays. Placement: Uppsala. Starting date: 2026-08-15 or as agreed. Employment: temporary, scope 100%.