We are seeking
to appoint a Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Carbonate Mineralisation to join the Department of Earth Sciences at the University of Oxford. You will work with Professor Julie Cosmidis on the NERC-funded project “Decoding carbonates: towards predictive control of carbon mineralisation through high-throughput mineralogy and machine learning.” This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative research at the interface of mineralogy, geochemistry, and data science. You will be part of the Microbe-Mineral Lab, a collaborative group focused on understanding carbonate biomineralisation processes using advanced experimental approaches and machine learning techniques. The role offers access to state-of-the-art microscopy and Raman facilities and opportunities to collaborate widely across the Department. It is essential that you hold, or are close to completing, a PhD/DPhil in Earth Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field. You should have strong knowledge of mineralogical or geochemical processes and experience working within laboratory-based research environments. Experience with mineralogical characterisation techniques such as optical microscopy, Raman spectromicroscopy, or similar methods is required, along with basic coding skills. You should be able to manage your own research, contribute to publications and presentations, and communicate effectively with a range of audiences. A proactive approach, attention to detail, and the ability to contribute ideas for new research and funding are important for success in this role. This position is offered full time on a fixed term contract for 3 years.