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Postdoctoral Position in Geology: Mineralogical Characterisation of REY, Sc and Ga Ores from Karst Bauxite Deposits in the Dominican Republic University of Barcelona in Spain
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Geology
Funding
Available
Deadline
Nov 24, 2027
Country
Spain
University
University of Barcelona
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About this position
This postdoctoral project at the University of Barcelona is based in the MinResET Research Group and the Department of Mineralogy, Petrology and Applied Geology, Faculty of Earth Sciences. The research focuses on the mineralogical characterisation of rare earth element (REY), scandium (Sc) and gallium (Ga) ores hosted in karst bauxite deposits in the southeast of the Dominican Republic.
The successful researcher will contribute to a multiscale study of ore minerals and their associations, combining field sampling with laboratory-based mineralogical and geochemical investigation. The work spans the full chain from sampling karst bauxite deposits to advanced characterisation of dense mineral fractions and ore-bearing phases.
The project involves extensive use of analytical and imaging techniques to resolve composition, texture and mineral associations, including:
- whole-rock geochemical analysis and diffraction-based characterisation,
- mineral separation and concentration of dense fractions,
- high-resolution microscopy and microanalytical investigation of ore minerals,
- spectroscopic and synchrotron-related methods for phase identification and elemental mapping,
- statistical treatment of geochemical and mineral-chemical datasets.
The postdoctoral fellow will work independently while collaborating within a multidisciplinary team, taking part in scientific discussion, data management and analysis, conference presentations, internal meetings and publication of results in high-impact journals. The role is embedded in an active research environment at the University of Barcelona and includes participation in teaching activities aimed at technical staff.
The project is supervised by Dr. Cristina Villanova de Benavent.
Funding details
Available
What's required
PhD in Geology or Earth Sciences at the time of signing the contract. Applicants should be able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Experience in the topic of the research project is required. Non-EU applicants and others outside applicable EU treaties must hold a work and residence permit before formalising the contract. Excellent Spanish and English are required; Catalan knowledge will be positively assessed.
How to apply
Apply through the online GAIA registration form at the University of Barcelona application portal. Submit a CV with contact details for references and a motivational letter. Follow the specific requirements and selection criteria stated in the call.
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