Discrete element modeling of slow moving landslides
Introduction
Context
The position is open as part of the collaborative research project SLIDE: Assessing the contribution of
slow moving landslides to erosion in the Himalayas, funded by the French National Research Agency
(ANR) for 4 years. The SLIDE project has started in November 2024 and involves 20 researchers from
3 research institutes (CRPG, ISTerre, ECGS in Luxembourg). It is structured in 3 work packages (WP):
- WP1: Assessing the comprehensive dynamics over time and space of a selection of different types of
SMLs, using a multi-faceted approach (remote-sensing, GPS, seismic and climatic monitoring) - WP 2: Mapping at broad scale the SML activity and velocity in central Nepal from remote sensing
and machine learning - WP 3: Assessing the erosional flux of the SMLs in central Nepal, and exploring the sensitivity of the
SMLs to forcing using numerical modelling
The proposed position takes part in WP3. However, the post-doc will be involved in project
discussions, participating in team meetings and, if desired, in field instrumentation of active slowmoving landslides in the Himalayas of Nepal.
The applicant should hold a PhD degree in geosciences, engineering or computational mechanics.
The degree needs to be obtained by the time of the decision of employment. The applicant should have
a solid base in mechanics as well as experience in numerical modeling and scientific
programming. We seek a highly motivated researcher with a strong background in quantitative
modeling and a keen interest in interdisciplinary approaches to natural hazard prediction. We also
strongly encourage the postdoctoral candidate to bring their own ideas, methods, and perspectives to
the project.
The application should include a cover letter of max 2 pages, shortly describing her/his personal
motivation for applying to this postdoctoral position and how she/he sees her/his role in contributing to
the project, as well as her/his relevant skills, qualifications and research interests. The application
should also include a CV (with a full publication list), PhD degree certificate, PhD thesis, and
other relevant documents, as well as the contact details of 2-3 referees. The application should be
sent to Dr Luc Scholtès (luc.scholtes@uca.fr) and Dr Jérôme Lavé ( jerome.lave@ univ-lorraine.fr ).
The employment is a full time position of up to 18 months. Starting date 2026-01-01 or as agreed.
Gross month salary between 3k€/month and 4.5k€/month depending on experience. Location : Time
will be shared between CRPG, Nancy, France and LMV, Clermont-Ferrand, France: this has to be
discussed with the applicant.
For further information about the position, please contact: Dr Luc Scholtès (luc.scholtes@uca.fr) and
Dr Jérôme Lavé ( jerome.lave@ univ-lorraine.fr)
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