Vacancy: Geophysicist (The Hague)

Geophysicist

We have the following vacancy in our Geosience department, based in The Hague
Geophysicist Your role is to
- Guarantee the proper utilization , integration and interpretation of geophysical data in the geoscience studies conducted in TEPNL, within the framework of exploration / delineation and development projects to contribute to and optimize growth and costs
- Contribute to the estimation of reserves and related uncertainties and to the definition of development plans and prospects
- Ensure the proper use and best practices of geophysical methodologies and geophysical techniques, to perform and deliver studies with high quality, within specified timeframes and budgets.
- Contribute with supervision and input to external contractors when needed
- Participate to the internal approval processes in TEPNL and HQ
- Judge the need for and make use of internal expertise when required
- Participate in partner meetings with technical presentations
- Supervise 1-2 staff members.
- Be accountable for the quality of seismic interpretation
- Be accountable for the proper integration of the geophysical interpretation with other disciplines
- Be accountable for adequate use of best practices in geophysics regarding methods and tools in interpretation


Your profile
- Master Degree or PhD in Geophysics
- Minumum 7 years of experience in seismic interpretation
- Good knowledge of geology
- Experience in regional structural interpretation as well as reservoir geophysics
- Good communication
- Capable of working in a multi cultural environment and work in integrated teams


Our offer
TOTAL E&P NEDERLAND B.V. is offering an attractive and varied job within our international organisation.
Our salaries are competitive and we have a wide range of secondary benefits, including profit-sharing, bonus scheme, etc. Linked to your professional development, we offer exciting career prospects within the Dutch organisation or internationally within the Total Group.
Information/Application
For more information about this position you can contact Mrs. H. van Zijl, Human Resources Coordinator, telephone number 070-5129428
You can send your written application, preferably in English, to Total E&P Nederland B.V., Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 93280, 2509 AG THE HAGUE, or send it by e-mail to OR send an e-mail to ep-nl.hrcd-recruitment@total.com

Source: http://www.ep.total.nl/careers.php?iid=41&aboutinfo=about#Geophysicist

VACANCY: PhD Student Vertebrate palaeontology and systematics of early chondrichthyans

Starting 1 March 2013 (flexible), Naturalis has a position for a PhD Student Vertebrate palaeontology and systematics of early chondrichthyans

Specifications - (explanation)

Location	Leiden, The Netherlands
Function types	Technical, Laboratory positions, PhD positions, Research, Development, Innovation
Scientific fields	Natural Sciences, biology, geology, or palaeontology
Hours	36.0 hours per week
Education	University Graduate
Job number	AT PhD Student Vertebrate
Translations	en

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Job description

We seek to attract a PhD student who will be working on the project described below. You are a highly motivated candidate, ideally with a background in either the life or earth sciences, particularly in palaeontology, systematics, and/or anatomy. You are eager to join our new institute and to study the Naturalis natural history collections.
PhD project: Vertebrate palaeontology and systematics of early chondrichthyans
Chondrichthyans feature prominently in debates on the origin of jawed vertebrates, but remarkably little is known about the acquisition of their distinctive anatomical traits. The early fossil record of chondrichthyans is comprised mainly of isolated scales, teeth, and spines, while articulated skeletons are comparatively rare. The current project examines the morphology and phylogenetic relationships of three articulated chondrichthyan and chondrichthyan-like fossil fishes from the Devonian and Carboniferous periods.
The candidate will address several key questions regarding the characters of early chondrichthyans, how chondrichthyans are identified in the fossil record, and the implications for the timing and morphological evolution of both chondrichthyans and early jawed vertebrate fossils.
This project will provide training in phylogenetic techniques, as well as comparative morphological expertise, microscopic and histologic techniques, as well as potential for learning computed tomography techniques and possible fieldwork. Applications from candidates who submit their own project ideas in a related area are encouraged and will be considered.

Requirements

The successful candidate should have a Master's or Honour's bachelorate (or equivalent) degree in biology, geology, or palaeontology with experience in systematics/phylogenetics and preferably knowledge of anatomical or organismal biology. Previous experience in palaeontology preferred but not necessary. Excellent command of the English language (written and verbal) is required. He/she has a scientific and critical attitude, excellent time management and organizational skills, and the ability to work independently. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated with a demonstrated capacity for multidisciplinary research.

Conditions of employment

A contract (36 hours per week) for a period of one year, to be extended with three years after succesful first year evaluation. A salary of circa € 33.000 per year. The candidate will also be affiliated with Leiden University.The appointment must lead to the completion of a PhD thesis.

Contract type: Temporary, one year, to be extended with three years after succesful first year evaluation

Organisation

Naturalis

The focus of Naturalis is biodiversity. Naturalis curates a collection of 37 million specimens; this is one of the world's largest natural history collections. We present the history of our planet and the diversity of life on Earth with permanent and temporary exhibitions, educational programmes and websites. Our research and education are maintained at a high academic level.
Naturalis is appealing to a wide audience, attracting over 250,000 visitors and 5 million hits to its website annually. Co-operation with international institutions, including three renowned Dutch universities, and the outstanding collections, are all factors that attract hundreds of visiting scientists every year.
Expectations and ambitions for the next few years are high. Naturalis will invest significantly in infrastructure for collections and research, including new buildings. In short, we are a developing, world-class institution, and present this exciting opportunity for you to help us achieve our ambitions and meet our challenges.

Additional information

During your appointment you will be supervised Martin Brazeau. Feel free to contact Dr. Martin Brazeau with questions about the position, martin.brazeau@naturalis.nl.