Postdoctoral Researcher in Mineral-Microbe Interfaces: The Helmholtz Centre Potsdam – GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences is seeking a qualified postdoctoral researcher to join the Interface Geochemistry section. The successful candidate will focus on utilizing scanning electron microscopy to study mineral-microbe interfaces within aquatic biofilms or soils, contributing to significant research projects within biogeochemistry, geobiology, environmental mineralogy, or geochemistry.
Postdoctoral Researcher in Electron Microscopy of Mineral-Microbe Interfaces
Designation:
Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area:
Electron Microscopy, Mineral-Microbe Interfaces, Geochemistry, Biogeochemistry
Location:
Potsdam, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Master’s and PhD degree in biogeochemistry, environmental mineralogy, or equivalent.
- Strong emphasis and experience in electron microscopic characterization.
- Skills in imaging/analyses of complex Earth material interfaces.
- Experience with inorganic/geobiological sample preparation.
- Proven track record of publications and presentations.
- Excellent interdisciplinary and international teamwork capabilities.
- Proficiency in written and spoken English; knowledge of German is an asset.
Job Description:
- Develop and apply electron microscopy methods for geo(bio)materials.
- Focus research on mineral-microbe interactions in aquatic or soil environments.
- Combine microscopy results with other analytical data.
- Publish findings in international peer-reviewed journals.
- Present research at national and international conferences.
- Participate in writing funding proposals.
- Contribute to the co-supervision of postgraduate students.
- Potentially develop independent research directions.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants should submit the following documents:
- A maximum of a 2-page cover letter detailing the fit with the responsibilities and qualifications.
- A current CV and publication list.
- A research interest statement (max 2 pages).
- Names and contact details for at least two referees.
Applications are only accepted online via the “Apply” button on the relevant page.
Last Date to Apply:
30th September 2024
Contact Information:
For inquiries regarding the position, please contact Liane G. Benning at benning@gfz-potsdam.de. For questions about the application process, contact the recruiting team at +49 (0) 331-6264-28787.
