Rock Mechanics/Geomechanics/Mining/Subsurface Positions

Academic Job Category Faculty Non Bargaining Job Title Postdoctoral Fellowship on Rock Mechanics Department Research | Eberhardt, E | Department of Earth and Ocean Sciences | Faculty of Science (Erik Eberhardt) Posting End Date May 31, 2024 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above. Job End Date Jun 30, 2026 The salary range for this position located in the Department of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences is expected to be $65,000 to $80,000 per annum. We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher with expertise in rock mechanics, triaxial testing, and acoustic emission analysis. The successful candidate will contribute to cutting-edge research focused on understanding the mechanics of brittle rock failure and developing novel methodologies for using acoustic emission and ultrasonic velocity techniques. Our multidisciplinary team collaborates closely with industry partners to address real-world challenges in deep mining through innovative…

Context and pertinence Large continental strike-slip earthquakes (e.g.: the 2023 Mw 7.8 Turkey earthquake) produce spectacular surface deformations and destructions that are currently increasing ...