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Uppsala University

Fully Funded PhD in Flow and Transport in Fractured Rocks at Uppsala University Uppsala University in Sweden

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Computer Science

Funding

Fully funded 4-year PhD position. The project is funded by the Swedish Radiation Safety Authority.

Deadline

Oct 1, 2026

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Sweden

University

Uppsala University

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Keywords

Computer Science
Environmental Science
Mathematics
Hydrology
Hydrogeology
Geotechnical Engineering
Geophysics
Earth Science
Uncertainty Analysis
Rock Mechanics
Physics
Applied Mathematic

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Uppsala University is advertising a fully funded 4-year PhD position in flow and transport in fractured rocks. The project focuses on uncertainty quantification of flow and transport processes in fractured rock systems, combining numerical modelling, statistical methods, and uncertainty analysis.

The research is connected to improving the robustness and transparency of long-term safety assessments for geological repositories for radioactive waste. Funding is provided by the Swedish Radiation Safety Authority.

Applicants with backgrounds in hydrogeology, hydrology, rock mechanics, geophysics, geotechnical engineering, applied mathematics, physics, computer science, or related fields are encouraged to apply. Experience in numerical modelling or scientific programming is particularly relevant.

Deadline: 1 October 2026. Start date: 1 February 2027 or as agreed.

Apply via the Uppsala University vacancy link provided in the post.

Funding details

Fully funded 4-year PhD position. The project is funded by the Swedish Radiation Safety Authority.

What's required

Applicants should have a background in hydrogeology, hydrology, rock mechanics, geophysics, geotechnical engineering, applied mathematics, physics, computer science, or a related field. Experience in numerical modelling or scientific programming is particularly relevant. The post seeks a highly motivated PhD student.

How to apply

Apply through the linked Uppsala University job posting. Submit the application before 1 October 2026. The position is scheduled to start on 1 February 2027 or as agreed.

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