11 PhD Positions in Geology at Charles University: Sedimentary Geology, Tectonics, Petrology, and Paleontology Charles University in Czech Republic

Charles University in the Czech Republic is offering 11 PhD positions in geology within the Faculty of Science. The positions cover a wide range of research topics, including sedimentary geology, tectonics, petrology, paleontology, geophysics, volcanology, and mineralogy. Dissertation topics include studies on ductile-to-brittle shifts in lavas, crystallization kinetics of silicate melts, evolution of fluvial systems, glacial microrefugia, tectonic evolution of basins, lithospheric structure, Ordovician cooling events, fossil spider families, rift-related volcanism, jadeite stability, and critical raw minerals formation. The program is designed for candidates with a strong background in geology or earth sciences, and applicants are encouraged to align their interests with one of the offered research topics. The application deadline is April 30, 2026. For more information and to apply, visit the official Charles University admissions page. Funding details are not specified in the announcement, so prospective students should consult the university website for information on stipends, tuition coverage, and other financial support. This opportunity is ideal for students interested in advanced research in geology and related earth science fields at a leading European institution.