Research Assistant/Associate - Doctoral Candidate (f/m/non-binary) in the DFG-funded project "The relationship between light (F,Cl) and heavy halogens (Br, I) during the magmatic-hydrothermal transition in silicic magmatic systems"

Weitere Informationen

The successful candidate will be employed under a regular employment contract.
The position is to be filled at the earliest possible date and offered for a fixed term of three years.
The fixed-term employment is possible as it constitutes one of the fixed-term options of the Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz (German Act on Fixed-term Scientific Contracts).
This is a part-time position (75 % of the standard weekly hours for full-time employees).
The successful candidate has the opportunity to pursue a doctoral degree in this position.
The salary is based on the German public service salary scale (TV-L).
The position corresponds to a pay grade of EG 13 TV-L.

Unser Profil

Research activities in the Petrology and Fluid Processes group focus on the role of water and other volatiles in highly evolved magmatic systems to investigate magma storage conditions, the exsolution and transport of fluids, and the formation of associated mineral resources. This project focuses on the contrasting fractionation behavior between heavy and light halogens during differentiation of silicic magmas, in order to better assess their suitability as geochemical tracers for crustal fluid sources. The project will be conducted in close collaboration with Dr. Tobias Fusswinkel and Prof. Thomas Wagner at the partner Institute of Applied Mineralogy and Economic Geology at RWTH Aachen, as well as partners at the University of Hannover and collaborators in Namibia and Scotland.

Ihr Profil

We are looking for a highly motivated individual with a keen interest in analytical work and the ability to drive this project forward independently. Potential candidates should hold a university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in Earth sciences or a related field with a strong background in petrology and geochemistry. They should have an excellent level of written and spoken English. Prior experience with in situ geochemical analysis (EPMA, LA-ICPMS), fluid inclusion thermometry and/or experimental petrology (piston cylinder, coldseal) is of great advantage. The project offers research in a dynamic group and exciting international environment, as well as training in state-of-the-art analytical and experimental techniques.

To apply, candidates should submit a short statement of their research experience and interests, a CV including a list of publications (if applicable), copies of their university degree records and certificates, and the names and contact information of two potential referees. Plese send your application materials in a single PDF file by e-mail or by post to Prof. Juliana Troch.
Please note that communication via unencrypted e-mail is potentially vulnerable to unauthorized access by third parties.

Ihre Aufgaben

• Perform high-pressure high-temperature experiments to synthesize halogen-bearing glasses as reference materials for LA-ICPMS analysis, and investigate the effect of F on the water-saturated granitic solidus
• Characterize halogen concentrations in minerals and fluid inclusions in a zoned pegmatite system in Namibia, via EPMA and LA-ICPMS
• Present research results at scientific meetings and via publications in international peer-reviewed journals

Über uns

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RWTH is an equal opportunities employer. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, particularly from groups that are underrepresented at the University. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability or age. RWTH is strongly committed to encouraging women in their careers. Female applicants are given preference if they are equally suitable, competent, and professionally qualified, unless a fellow candidate is favored for a specific reason.
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Besoldung / Entgelt

EG 13 TV-L