Postdoctoral Researcher Position in Igneous Geochemistry

The University of Helsinki is a multidisciplinary research university that ranks among the best in the world and the top ten among European universities. The university has some 36,000 degree students.

The Department of Geosciences and Geography (https://www.helsinki.fi/en/faculty-of-science/faculty/geosciences-and-ge...) at the Faculty of Science is the leading research and education unit in its field in Finland. In addition to research in geology, geophysics and geography, research into seismology and official duties in the field of seismology is carried out at the department. The staff at the department numbers some 100.

POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER POSITION IN IGNEOUS GEOCHEMISTRY

The Geochemistry group in the Department of Geosciences and Geography at the Faculty of Science of the University of Helsinki, situated on the Kumpula Science Campus, is seeking applicants for a two-year fixed-term Postdoctoral Researcher position in Igneous Geochemistry starting in January 2020. A six-month trial period will be applied.

The successful applicant is expected to conduct research in high-temperature, igneous geochemistry facilitating and expanding the current in-situ analytical facilities available in the Geochemistry group at the University of Helsinki. Expertise in Laser Ablation ICP-MS of minerals, glass and/or fluid inclusions is strongly desired. To be successful in the position, the candidate is encouraged to establish a strong network of international collaboration and demonstrate the ability to conduct fundamental research on an internationally high level. In addition, the appointee must take advantage of national and international research funding opportunities.

The starting salary of the postdoctoral candidate will be ca. 3300–3700 euros/month, depending on the appointees’ qualifications and experience. Furthermore, the University of Helsinki offers comprehensive services to its employees, including occupational health care and health insurance, sports facilities, and opportunities for professional development. The International Staff Services office assists employees from abroad with their transition to work and life in Finland (https://www.helsinki.fi/en/university/working-at-the-university).

How to Apply
Please submit your application consisting of (1 ) a letter of application, (2) a statement of current and future research plans, (3) a curriculum vitae and a publications list, along with details of two referees in a single pdf file using the University of Helsinki Recruitment System via the Apply for the position link below. Applicants who are employees of the University of Helsinki are requested to leave their application via the SAP HR portal.

The application deadline is 15 September 2019.

Additional Information
For more information on the position please contact Professor Christoph Beier, christoph.beier@helsinki.fi.

In your application, please refer to Polytechnicpositions.com