The Institute of Mineralogy in the Faculty of Geosciences at the University of Münster, Germany, is seeking to fill the position of a
Doctoral Research Associate in Geochemistry (EU-Forscher*in, salary level E 13 TV-L) or funding corresponding to EU regulations, depending on what is more advantageous in the employee’s individual case
for the Horizon Europe Marie Skłodowska-Curie Action (MSCA) - Doctoral Network “Fluxes at Divergent Plate Boundary Environments Analyzed in Time and Space” (FluxBEATS) commencing on 1 May 2025. We are offering a fixed-term full-time position for 3 years.
Your tasks:
- This position is tied to working towards a doctorate. The position is related to the FluxBEATS doctoral network (https://www.fluxbeats.eu/) that integrates geological observations, cutting-edge geochemical and biogeochemical analyses, data acquisition and modeling from modern volcanic systems along mid-ocean ridges and back-arc spreading centers with Cretaceous ophiolites and Precambrian magmatic suites and associated hydrothermal systems.
- This doctoral project (DC1) focuses on investigating the chemical budget of the bulk oceanic crust. The position is dedicated to investigating global elemental fluxes that control biogeochemical cycles and ore formation at divergent plate boundaries. The aim of this project is to quantify the primary mass flux from the mantle to the oceanic crust. This will be done by determining the chemical budget for the bulk oceanic crust at suitable modern MOR localities. Combining ship-based field observations (distribution, relative abundance of different crustal lithologies and mantle) of existing, available and new whole rock and glass samples with geochemical measurements (major, trace elements, radiogenic isotope ratios) we will develop a geochemical budget for the modern oceanic crust, i.e. the average composition of the extrusive basalts and intrusive gabbros.
Our expectations:
- We are looking for a motivated applicant with a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in geosciences or associated field, proficient knowledge of English, motivation for mobility, and ability to work independently.
- Previous relevant experience and/or familiarity with different analytical methods, German language skills and existing peer-reviewed publications are a merit.
- MSCA mobility rule: Applicants must not have resided or carried out their main activity (e.g. work, studies) in the country of the recruiting beneficiary (i.e. Germany) for more than 12 months in the 36 months immediately before their recruitment date. Successful applicants must relocate to the referred country by the time of employment.
Advantages for you:
- Excellent experimental and analytical facilities (https://www.uni-muenster.de/Mineralogie/en/).
- An international and interdisciplinary working environment and a dynamic research team with excellent opportunities for inter-laboratory collaborations and exchanges within the Horizon Europe Marie Skłodowska-Curie Action (MSCA) - Doctoral Network FluxBEATS.
- Appreciation, commitment, openness and respect – values which are important to us.
- Our broad range of diverse work-time models offers great flexibility – also when working from home.
- If you have family members or young children in your care, the Family Service Office of the University of Münster offers concrete support to help you balance your private and professional responsibilities.
- As an educational institution, we are deeply committed to offering occupational training and continuing education opportunities tailored to your individual needs
The University of Münster strongly supports equal opportunity and diversity. We welcome all applicants regardless of sex, nationality, ethnic or social background, religion or worldview, disability, age, sexual orientation or gender identity. We are committed to creating family-friendly working conditions.
We actively encourage applications by women. Women with equivalent qualifications and academic achievements will be preferentially considered unless these are outweighed by reasons which necessitate the selection of another candidate.
How to apply:
Please submit your application, including the following documents in English, using the templates provided on the FluxBEATS website (https://www.fluxbeats.eu/positions.html).
- FluxBEATS Application form
- FluxBEATS Curriculum Vitae
- FluxBEATS Eligibility and mobility declaration
- FluxBEATS Motivation letter outlining applicants research experience, interests, motivation, and personal assessment of suitability for a given position
- FluxBEATS Reference contact information
The application templates on the FluxBEATS website must be carefully filled out and attached to the application. Note: Incomplete applications will not be considered.
If you have any questions, please contact Prof. Andreas Stracke (astra_01@uni-muenster.de)
General information about the Institute for Mineralogy at the University of Münster is available at
https://www.uni-muenster.de/Mineralogie/en/
Are you interested?
Then we look forward to receiving your application by 2025-01-31.
Reference number: 2025_01_18
