Researcher within igneous geochemistry (fixed term employment)

Ref. No. SU FV-4510-22

with the Department of Geological Sciences . Closing date: 19 December 2022.

Stockholm University is a leading European university in one of the world’s most dynamic capitals. The University has more than 29 000 students, 1 400 doctoral students and 5 700 staff members active within the natural sciences and humanities.

The Department of Geological Sciences is a department within the Faculty of Science with courses at master's, bachelor's and orientation levels. The department supports a broad range of basic research within marine geology, geochemistry and classical geology.

Project description
The researcher will investigate igneous rocks from the Yukon-Koyukuk Basin, Alaska, in order to understand their genesis and tectonic evolution. 

Main responsibilities
As a researcher in the project, you will perform laboratory duties, sample preparation and analyses, data synthesis and interpretation, and co-publish the scientific results with the project leader. 

Qualification requirements
Researchers are appointed primarily for purposes of research and must hold a Swedish doctoral degree or an equivalent degree from another country. 

Assessment criteria
For this one-year contract, we seek a researcher with a PhD in igneous processes and geochronology, or equivalent. Importance will be given to demonstrated scientific skills such as research experience, quality of published work, communication skills, and letters of recommendation. The candidate is expected to have a strong background in petrology, geochemistry and laboratory experience. 

Terms of employment
The position involves full-time employment for a maximum of 12 months. The employment is financed through funds from the Swedish Research Council for the project on the Tectonic coupling of the Yukon-Koyukuk and Canada Basins. Start date 2023-01-15 or by agreement. 

Stockholm University strives to be a workplace that is free from discrimination and provides equal opportunities for everyone. 

Contact
For more information contact project leader Prof. Victoria Pease, [email protected] . 

Union representatives
Ingrid Lander (Saco-S), tel. 0708-16 26 64, [email protected] , Alejandra Pizarro Carrasco (Fackförbundet ST/Teachers' Union), tel. 08-16 34 89, [email protected] ,, as well as [email protected] (SEKO). 

Application
Apply for the position at Stockholm University's recruitment system. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is complete in accordance with the instructions in the job advertisement, and that it is submitted before the deadline.

Please include the following information with your application

• Your contact details and personal data
• Your highest degree
• Your language skills
• Contact details for 2–3 references

and, in addition, please include the following documents

• Cover letter (should not exceed 2 pages) which describes  
  • why you are interested in this project  
  • what qualifications you have that makes you suitable for this project
• CV – degrees and other completed courses, work experience and a list of publications
• copy of PhD diploma
• your own publications that are relevant (max. 3 files).

The instructions for applicants are available at: How to apply for a position .

You are welcome to apply!

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