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Senior Research Associate in Hypervelocity Impact Melting and Early Crustal Evolution University of Portsmouth in United Kingdom
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Geology
Funding
Senior Research Associate fixed-term position on a NERC Pushing the Frontiers project; funding details and salary are not stated in the post.
Country
United Kingdom
University
University of Portsmouth

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University of Portsmouth is recruiting a Senior Research Associate for a NERC Pushing the Frontiers project on hypervelocity impact melting and early crustal evolution.
The project combines mineral chemistry, microstructures, EBSD, isotope geochemistry, petrogenetic modelling, and thermodynamic modelling. The successful candidate will also have access to advanced analytical facilities across partner institutions, including femtosecond LA-ICP-MS/MS, MC-ICP-MS, NanoSIMS, and EPMA.
This opportunity is best suited to applicants with a strong background in igneous petrology or petrogenesis, plus experience in microanalysis. The team is especially interested in someone eager to expand into EBSD, isotope and trace-element geochemistry, and modelling.
This is a fixed-term research position until 30 June 2030. The post mentions an interview date of 30 November 2026. Apply through the university recruitment link provided in the post/comments.
Funding details
Senior Research Associate fixed-term position on a NERC Pushing the Frontiers project; funding details and salary are not stated in the post.
What's required
Strong background in igneous petrology or petrogenesis; experience with microanalysis; enthusiasm to broaden expertise across EBSD, isotope and trace-element geochemistry, and petrogenetic/thermodynamic modelling.
How to apply
Apply via the application link provided in the comments below. Review the vacancy page and submit the application through the university recruitment portal.
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