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A Postdoctoral Research Associate (PDRA) position is available for an isotope geochemist to undertake research into the biogeochemistry of natural hydrogen. The position is in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, under the direction of Dr Rebecca Tyne and Prof. Sophie Nixon. You will join a leading research group of isotope geochemists and geomicrobiologists with expertise in the analysis and interpretation of geological samples. The post is funded by an Industry awarded to The University of Manchester.
Job Responsibility:
Undertake research into the biogeochemistry of natural hydrogen
Use mass spectrometry to measure stable, clumped and/or noble gas isotopes
Combine isotope analysis with microbial community profiling using 16S rRNA and metagenomic sequencing
Characterise baselines for microbial communities and associated conditions in potential H2 generation environments
Develop tools to guide exploration
Requirements:
PhD in Geology, Earth Sciences or a related discipline
Publication track record commensurate with academic experience
Experience working with and undertaking quantitative analyses of geological samples
Good understanding of the principles of isotope geochemistry
Experience in biogeochemistry
What we offer:
Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers