Postdoctoral Researcher in Carbonate Geochemistry, Water Treatment and Critical Raw Materials

Updated: about 1 month ago
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 28 Aug 2026

14 Aug 2026
Job Information
Organisation/Company

UNIOVI
Department

Oficina de Proyectos Europeos
Research Field

Computer science
Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)
Positions

Master Positions
Application Deadline

28 Aug 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Madrid)
Country

Spain
Type of Contract

Temporary
Job Status

Full-time
Hours Per Week

37,5
Offer Starting Date

1 Sep 2026
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Horizon Europe
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

The University of Oviedo is seeking an outstanding postdoctoral researcher to join the research project STEPCAM (PID2024-157050NB-I00).

The successful candidate will investigate the mechanisms controlling the dissolution, precipitation and polymorphic transformations of calcium and lithium carbonates in aqueous systems, with applications to environmental remediation, critical raw materials recovery and sustainable mineral processing.

The research will combine laboratory experimentation with advanced characterization techniques and data analysis to study water-rock interactions, crystallization processes and metal immobilization.

Main responsibilities include:

  • Design and conduct laboratory experiments. 
  • Characterize materials using advanced analytical techniques (XRD, SEM-EDS, ICP-OES/ICP-MS, FTIR, Raman and thermal analysis). 
  • Process and statistically analyse experimental data. 
  • Prepare scientific publications and present results at international conferences. 
  • Collaborate with national and international research partners. 
  • Contribute to the supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate students

Where to apply
Website
https://www.uniovi.es/conocenos/rrhh/convocatorias/investigacion

Requirements
Research Field
Mathematics
Education Level
Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Applicants should have:

  • A PhD in Materials Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Geology, Environmental Sciences or a closely related discipline. 
  • Demonstrated experience in experimental research involving aqueous systems, carbonate materials or environmental processes. 
  • Hands-on experience with advanced analytical techniques such as XRD, SEM-EDS, ICP-OES/ICP-MS, FTIR, Raman spectroscopy and/or thermal analysis (TG-DSC).  
  • A strong publication record in peer-reviewed international journals. 
  • Excellent data analysis and scientific writing skills. 
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within an interdisciplinary research team.

Specific Requirements

Preference will be given to candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas:

  • Geochemistry and water–rock interactions. 
  • Carbonate crystallization, dissolution and precipitation processes. 
  • Environmental remediation and water treatment
  • Critical raw materials and mineral processing
  • Statistical analysis of experimental data and scientific software (OriginPro, R, Python or equivalent). 
  • Participation in competitive research projects. 
  • Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English (minimum B2 level).

Languages
ENGLISH
Level
Excellent

Research Field
Mathematics

Additional Information
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
UNIVERSIDAD DE OVIEDO
Country
Spain
State/Province
ASTURIAS
City
Oviedo
Postal Code
33006
Street
Avenida del Cristo S/N
Geofield


Contact
State/Province

Asturias
City

Oviedo
Website

http://www.uniovi.es
Street

Plaza de Riego, 4; Edificio Histórico
Postal Code

33003
E-Mail

[email protected]
Phone

985105509

STATUS: EXPIRED

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