PhD Research Fellow in carbonate geochemistry and petrology

3 days ago


Oslo, Oslo County, Norway Byggmakker Norge AS Full time
PhD Research Fellow in carbonate geochemistry and petrology

Position as PhD Research Fellow in carbonate geochemistry and petrology available at the VICCO Centre, Department of Geosciences, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, University of Oslo.

The fellowship period is 3 years, starting no later than October 1st 2025. A fourth year may be considered with a workload of 25%, dependent upon the qualification of the applicant and the current needs of the department.

The VISTA Centre for CO2 Storage in Volcanic-Sedimentary Systems (VICCO) is funded by VISTA and the MN Faculty at the University of Oslo, from 2025 to 2030. The Centre will target research that will further understand carbon capture and storage in the context of climate change, specifically investigating carbonate-forming reactions in igneous rocks.

The available PhD position will thematically relate to understanding the geological conditions required to carbonate volcanic rocks, with an emphasis on volcanic tephra in sedimentary sequences. The project will include detailed fieldwork, core studies, petrographic and geochemical characterization, and experiments to further understand how tephra is altered to carbonate.

Qualifications requirements

Required qualifications

  • Master's degree or equivalent in carbonate geochemistry and/or tephra geochemistry and petrography in volcanic and sedimentary systems.
  • Experience with outcrop studies and/or core studies at Master level.
  • Foreign completed degree (M.Sc.-level) corresponding to a minimum of four years in the Norwegian educational system.
  • A driver license is required.

Desired qualifications

  • Experience with experimental geochemistry and fluid geochemistry.
  • Experience with carbon isotope analyses and interpretations.
  • Master level experience with volcanology.

Language requirement

  • Fluent oral and written communication skills in English.
  • English requirements for applicants from outside of EU/EEA countries: average grade point for Bachelor's degree must be C or better, Master's degree must be B or better, and Master's thesis must have the grade B or better in the Norwegian educational system.

Candidates without a master's degree have until 30 June 2025 to complete the final exam.

  • Teamwork skills and the ability to work independently.
  • Enthusiasm, personal drive, and ability to take initiative.
  • Flexibility, ability to handle pressure and meet deadlines.
We offer
  • Vibrant international academic environment.
  • Oslo's family-friendly surroundings with rich opportunities for culture and outdoor activities.
  • Membership in the Statens Pensjonskasse, one of Norway's best pension schemes.
  • Salary in position as Doctoral Research Fellow, position code 1017, in salary range NOK from 536,200 - 575,400, depending on competence and experience.
Inclusive worklife and diversity at UiO

The University of Oslo values inclusion and diversity as a strength. We aim for a balanced gender composition and invite qualified applicants with disabilities, employment gaps, or immigrant backgrounds to apply.

Application

The application must be submitted as a single PDF and include:

  • Cover letter - statement of motivation and research interests
  • CV summarizing education, positions, and academic work
  • Copies of Bachelor and Master's degree diplomas, transcripts of records
  • Documentation of English proficiency
  • List of publications and academic work
  • Names and contact details of 2-3 references

Application with attachments must be submitted via our recruitment system Jobbnorge, click "Apply for the position".

General information

Qualified candidates will be invited for interviews. Applicant lists can be published according to the Norwegian Freedom of Information Act § 25.

University of Oslo

The University of Oslo is Norway's oldest and highest rated institution of research and education with 28,000 students and 7,000 employees.

Questions about the position

For further information please contact: Professor Henrik H. Svensen or HR Adviser Ørjan Pretorius.

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