The “CARNIVAL“ research project will recover new sediment cores from the SE Pacific to explore land-ocean coupling as driver of paleoclimatic variability in the Atacama Desert. The characterization of the spatio-temporal variability of the coastal upwelling system off northern Chile and its potential significance for landward moisture flux in the late Quaternary represents one of its main research goals.
YOUR TASKS
- Establishment of age models for selected sediment cores from the R/V Sonne Expedition SO315
- Foraminifera-based proxy calibration for reconstruction of export productivity and dissolved oxygen concentrations at the seafloor
- Coordination of paleoceanographic post-cruise research with cooperation partners
- Publication of results
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Summary
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Benefits
- A stimulating research environment within an international, interdisciplinary team of geoscientists
- A diverse working environment with equal opportunities
- Support in balancing work and family life
- Extensive advanced training opportunities
- Occupational health management offers
- Flexible working time models
Requirements
- Highly motivated, team-oriented person
- A doctorate or Ph.D. in paleoceanography, marine geology or related field
- Expertise in late Quaternary age models (knowledge of Bacon software advantageous)
- Expertise in foraminifera-based proxy methods (e.g., geochemistry, morphology)
- Relevant peer-reviewed publication record
Application Documents
- Letter of motivation
- CV
- list of publications
- copies of certificates
Check also:
2026 Fully Funded Humboldt Research Fellowship
2026 Konrad Adenauer Foundation Scholarship
Application Deadline
February 15, 2026How To Apply
- Please apply online with proof of the required qualifications without a photo.The reference number is Wiss2601-05.
For more information, kindly visit the University of Cologne website.
