Postdoc Scholarship in Applied Geochemistry

Postdoc Opportunity in Applied Geochemistry – Luleå University of Technology, Sweden

Are you passionate about
geochemistry, mineral characterization, and isotopic analysis
? Join us at
Luleå University of Technology (LTU),
a leading research university in the Arctic region, driving global innovation and sustainability

We are offering a
1.5-year postdoctoral scholarship
in
Applied Geochemistry
, funded by the
Kempe Foundation
. Our research group at LTU owns a NEPTUN multi-collector ion-coupled mass spectrometer (MC-ICP-MS) and an isotope-ratio mass spectrometer (IRMS), both of which we aim to integrate into our analytical workflow. The position focuses on developing
novel isotopic characterization methods for solid μ-samples
, contributing to cutting-edge research in sustainable mining and geochemical exploration.

What you'll do:

• Produce and characterize target mineral concentrates and monolayers
• Develop μ-sampling techniques using micromilling
• Test multi-isotope / multi-element measurement methods
• Interpret and validate isotopic and mineralogical data

Qualifications:

• PhD (or equivalent) in Applied Geosciences, awarded within the past 5 years
• Strong skills in mineral characterization and isotopic analysis
• Excellent English (C1 level)
• Proficiency with analytical and data handling tools
• Interest in multidisciplinary research within mining and sustainability

Location:
Luleå, Sweden

Duration:
1.5 years (start by 2 February 2026)

Application deadline:
3 December 2025

Reference number:
4445–2025

For more information, contact:

Thomas Aiglsperger
, Associate Professor

|

Apply here: Luleå tekniska universitet | Postdoc scholarship in Applied Geochemistry

Postdoc #Geochemistry #Geoscience #Research #Isotopes #Sustainability #LTU #LuleåUniversityofTechnology #KempeFoundation #AcademicJobs #ScienceJobs

---