Postdoctoral fellow in ex situ mineral carbonation 90%-100%
Universität Bern
Publication date:
05 November 2024Workload:
90 – 100%- Place of work:Bern
The postdoc will join a project investigating the capacity for ex situ mineral carbonation in Switzerland and its potential to contribute towards achieving climate goals. The project involves laboratory experiments to determine carbonation rates and CO2 storage capacity of rocks in (or nearby) Switzerland, combined with fieldwork to characterize promising materials for ex situ carbonation. Techniques to be employed include, but are not limited to, X-ray diffraction, laser-ablation ICP-MS, electron microprobe and microscopy, fluid composition analyses, metal isotope analyses, and geochemical modelling.
Tasks
Conducting experiments and analyzing fluids and solids. Contributing to writing of reports and peer-reviewed publications. Participation in project meetings. Communicating project findings to various audiences (reports, presentations, conferences). Working collaboratively in the research team.
Requirements
The successful candidate must hold a PhD in a related field (e.g., Earth Sciences, Chemistry) at the time of appointment. Experience conducting geochemical experiments is an asset, as are strong analytical and laboratory skills. Good written and verbal communication skills in English are required.
We offer
Professor Anna Harrison; E-Mail schreiben
Submit a Curriculum vitae, cover letter (max 2 pages), a summary of research interests (maximum 2 pages), and contact information for 2 referees by email to Prof Anna Harrison (E-Mail schreiben). Please direct any questions to Prof Anna Harrison. The application remains open until a suitable candidate is found. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.
