8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8 From: Bettina Scheu <bettinascheu.lmu@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx> *PhD position in Petrology & Fluid-Rock-Interaction in the context of the Emergence of Life at LMU, Germany* Supervisor: Bettina Scheu This PhD project explores magmatic and geothermal environments on their potential to foster prebiotic reactions for instance due to glass/mineral - fluid reactions. Shallow geothermal systems span a broad range of pressure, temperature and pH values, and their fluids often source from deeper sub-volcanic/magmatic regions, connected by system-spanning transport processes such as gas and fluid flow through a permeable fracture network. The goals of this project are (1) to explore silicate-glass/mineral/rock reactivity exposed to hydrothermal fluids, their alteration products and dynamics and capacity to liberate e.g. phosphorus, lanthanides; and (ii) to expand the current understanding of fluid-rock interactions under early earth conditions and chemical reactions from shallow to deeper environments to bridge the gap between shallow geothermal and sub-volcanic/magmatic systems. We seek a highly motivated candidate with a strong background in earth sciences, geochemistry, petrology and volcanology. Experience in experimental laboratory work (cold seal, piston cylinder, ..) as well as in optical, petrological and geochemical analysis (e.g. XRD, Raman, SEM, EMPA,..) will be beneficial but are no requirement. Candidates will be expected to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team. The PhD student will be hosted at the *Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences* at* LMU Munich, Germany.* This project is centered within the* CRC 392* (*collaborative research center, https://www.molecular-evolution.de/ <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.molecular-evolution.de/__;!!IKRxdwAv5BmarQ!dRdeHdIF89LUujRCbS4PUmriPxyIRsCkuLf71NDCO5e58jFJjM_mGbJcljRZ2fqKK7bPLuy1ix8jCa5WCFyI4vwadw$> *), where we bring together young and experienced researchers to foster and grow our cross-disciplinary network on the Emergence of Life research. We will integrate the initial boundary conditions of early Earth from biophysics, geoscience, astronomy and chemistry for innovative lab experiments. The CRC 392 offers a graduate program with monthly PhD meetings, and various activities to foster research excellence, personal development, early independence and responsibility. *Application procedure:* If you are interested in applying, please send a copy of your CV, a cover letter discussing your previous research experience, skills and motivation to pursue a PhD at LMU, and 2 references or email addresses of 2 referees to Prof. Bettina Scheu <b.scheu@xxxxxx> <b.scheu@xxxxxx>. *Evaluation of the applications will start 10.12.2024*, until the positions are filled. The project can start March 2025 and is funded for 3-years (TV-L-E13 (75%)). 8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8 ------------------------------
