Thesis on wave equation tomography for passive seismic monitoring of hydromechanical processes. (M/F)
New
- FTC PhD student / Offer for thesis
- 36 month
- BAC+5
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Offer at a glance
The Unit
Institut des sciences de la Terre
Contract Type
FTC PhD student / Offer for thesis
Working hHours
Full Time
Workplace
38058 ST MARTIN D HERES
Contract Duration
36 month
Date of Hire
01/09/2026
Remuneration
2300 € gross monthly
Apply Application Deadline : 23 June 2026 23:59
Job Description
Thesis Subject
Seismic interferometry allows for the reconstruction of empirical Green's functions from continuous seismic noise records, thereby enabling the tracking of variations in velocity and attenuation associated with hydrogeological and mechanical processes. Wave equation tomography (WET) represents a major advance over conventional tomographic approaches by accounting for 3D propagation, topography, and heterogeneities. When used in a temporal framework, WET enables the imaging of changes in viscoelastic properties and provides new insights into hydromechanical processes, with direct applications to monitoring groundwater level fluctuations, slope instabilities, and changes in saturation.
Desired Profile: We are seeking a motivated candidate with the following profile:
• Master's degree (or equivalent) in geophysics, physics, applied mathematics, or a
related field.
• Strong interest in seismic monitoring, hydrogeophysics, and numerical modeling.
• Experience in seismic data processing, seismic interferometry, or
inversion methods is a plus.
• Strong programming skills (e.g., Python, MATLAB, C/C++, Fortran
90).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a
research environment.
• Strong communication and writing skills in English.
Your Work Environment
ISTerre is a Joint Research Unit of the University of Grenoble Alpes, the CNRS, USMB, IRD, and Gustave Eiffel University, located at 1381 Rue de la Piscine, 38400 Saint-Martin d'Hères, and on the Bourget du Lac Science Campus. It is part of the Grenoble Observatory of Universe Sciences (OSUG) and the PAGE Research Cluster at the University of Grenoble Alpes (UGA).
It is organized around nine research and service teams, with the scientific objective of studying the physical and chemical properties of the Earth, particularly by focusing on the interplay between observations of natural objects, experimentation, and the modeling of associated complex processes. ISTerre also carries out Earth observation missions, hosts and maintains national geophysical instrument networks, as well as a data center.
Compensation and benefits
Compensation
2300 € gross monthly
Annual leave and RTT
44 jours
Remote Working practice and compensation
Pratique et indemnisation du TT
Transport
Prise en charge à 75% du coût et forfait mobilité durable jusqu’à 300€
About the offer
| Offer reference | UMR5275-MARLAP-017 |
|---|---|
| CN Section(s) / Research Area | Earth and telluric planets: structure, history, models |
About the CNRS
The CNRS is a major player in fundamental research on a global scale. The CNRS is the only French organization active in all scientific fields. Its unique position as a multi-specialist allows it to bring together different disciplines to address the most important challenges of the contemporary world, in connection with the actors of change.
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