Research assistant 40% in Natural Resources and Sustainable Development - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

The Department of Earth Sciences at Uppsala University is Sweden´s largest and most versatile department of its kind with approximately 250 employees. Our activities are interdisciplinary and combine natural science and technology with social science. We have research programs in air, water and landscape science (LUVAL); geophysics; natural resources and sustainable development; (NRHU); petrology, mineralogy and tectonics (MPT); paleobiology, and wind energy. By investigating the history of Earth, we understand how our planet has developed over time and how sustainable development benefits from this knowledge. For more information: The Department of Earth Sciences.

Research at Natural Resources and Sustainable Development (NRHU) includes (amongst other topics) work on mineral and metal resources for society and energy transition, geohazards and resilient communities, climate, and active Earth processes. The natural hazards and geochemistry section at NRHU is seeking a research assistant to support this effort. Read more about NRHU.

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Duties
The work includes preparing rock samples for geochemical analysis (rock cutting, crushing, grinding and mineral separation) and supporting scientific manuscript and presentation preparation. Tasks will include organizing sample collections, maintaining sample and geochemical databases, plotting geochemical data, editing manuscript text, and organizing presentation material for lectures and scientific conferences. The work requires a good level of organizational ability, good communication skills, and good time management skills.

Requirements
The applicant must have completed a BSc or MSc degree in Earth Sciences and have experience with rock sample preparation, handling geochemical datasets, and word processing. Good English language skills are necessary.

Additional qualifications
Experience with vector graphics in e.g. Adobe Illustrator is an advantage.

How to apply: The application should preferably be written in English and should include a short description of the applicant and their relevant experience as well as a CV, copies of relevant examination certificates, a copy of the B.Sc. and/or M.Sc theses, and any other relevant documents (e.g. letters of recommendation).

About the employment
The employment is a temporary position, 7 months. Scope of employment 40 % (i.e. 2 work days per week). Starting date as agreed. Placement: Uppsala.

For further information about the position, please contact: Frances Deegan frances.deegan@geo.uu.se or Valentin Troll valentin.troll@geo.uu.se.

Please submit your application by 18 April 2023, UFV-PA 2023/1290.

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