Postdoc Position in Minerals: The Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management (IGN) at the University of Copenhagen (UCPH) is seeking applications for a two-year Postdoc position. The position is funded by a Carlsberg Foundation Semper Ardens: Accelerate Grant and is focused on the topic of “Minerals in the Plastisphere: influence on biological interactions and plastic degradation.” The chosen candidate will join the Posth Lab in the Sedimentary Systems Research Group, Geology Section of IGN. They will be responsible for research, teaching/supervision, and scientific outreach.
Designation: Postdoc
Research Area: Geomicrobiology & Sediment Biogeochemistry
Location: Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management (IGN), University of Copenhagen, Denmark
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD degree in a relevant discipline such as geochemistry, mineralogy, materials science, polymer science, biogeochemistry, or geomicrobiology.
- Aptitude for laboratory work and interdisciplinary research.
- Strong motivation and ability to work independently.
- Good communication skills in English.
- Interest in teaching and outreach activities.
- Creativity, curiosity, and independent thinking.
Job Description: The selected Postdoc will be responsible for the following tasks:
- Conducting research on the interaction between minerals and plastic degradation in sediment over time.
- Employing mineralogical and geochemical approaches to study mineral-influenced plastic degradation.
- Investigating the role of metals in plastic degradation and simulating plastic diagenesis in sediment.
- Quantifying reaction products across diverse sediment matrices.
- Managing the daily aspects of the research project, coordinating with other group members.
- Training and co-supervision of staff members and students.
- Potential involvement in teaching and outreach activities.
How to Apply: To apply for the Postdoc position, please submit the following documents electronically:
- Letter of motivation
- Curriculum vitae
- Complete publication list
- Diplomas (Master and PhD degree or equivalent)
- Research plan (~1 page) describing current and future research plans
- Names and contact information of three references
Submit your application by clicking on the “APPLY NOW” button below.
Last Date for Application: 20 August 2023, 23:59 GMT +2
For further information, please contact Nicole Posth via email: nrep@ign.ku.dk
Please note that the University of Copenhagen values diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, irrespective of personal background.
Terms of Employment: The position is covered by the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff. Terms of appointment and payment adhere to the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State. Negotiation for a salary supplement is possible.
You can read about the recruitment process at http://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/.
Postdoc in Biogeochemistry – #10204993 KU – SCIENCE – IGN Location: Copenhagen, Region Hovedstaden Contract type: Full-time
