Early post-doctoral researcher in Geochemistry

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Early post-doctoral researcher in Geochemistry

University of Bern
Workplace Bern, Bern region, Switzerland
Category Earth Sciences
Position Senior Scientist / Postdoc
Published 10 July 2025
Closing Date 5 July 2025
Early post-doctoral researcher in Geochemistry
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Institute of Geological Sciences
Start of employment: 01.09.2025 or by agreement

Employment is fixed term for 18 months.

Within the Isotope Geology group at the Institute of Geological Sciences, we work on the SNF project: ’The fate of Earth’s depleted mantle’. Within this framework, the post-doctoral researcher’s project is focused on water contents, geochemistry and geochronology of mantle xenoliths and diamonds.

Tasks
  • Performing geochemical analyses (FTIR, EPMA, LAICPMS, TIMS, MCICPMS) of mantle xenoliths and diamonds and their inclusions
  • Writing scientific manuscripts for publication
  • Present at conferences
  • Contribute to the running of labs and institute
Requirements
  • PhD in Petrology/Geochemistry
  • Proficient in spoken and written English
  • Experience with in-situ geochemical analyses (e.g., FTIR, EPMA) and/or clean laboratory and isotope analyses (e.g., TIMS, MCICPMS)
We offer
  • Interesting range of tasks with further education/growth opportunities (e.g., workshops provided through the university, training on new instrumentation, supervision of BSc/MSc students)
  • Social security provisions in accordance with cantonal guidelines
  • Vibrant institute and young team

For subject-specific questions and information about the position, please contact Suzette Timmerman, suzette.timmerman@ unibe.ch

Please send your application with the motivation letter and CV electronically by no later than 25.07.2025 to the following e-mail address: suzette.timmerman@ unibe.ch

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