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The Geological and Mineralogical Institute at the University of Cologne, Germany, wants to fill as soon as possible a
Assistant Professor Position (A13) for Isotope Geochemistry
We seek a young scientist who should have developed an own research profile within the field of isotope geochemistry, analytical geochemistry, high temperature geochemistry or cosmochemistry. Experience in Multicollector ICP mass spectrometry would be an advantage. Participation in our teaching program (4 hours per week) and in supervision of students and lab visitors is required. You should hold a PhD in Earth Sciences or related topics and have an outstanding publication record. Some experience in raising external funds would be a definite advantage.
The Geological and Mineralogical Institute wishes to expand its existing activities in high temperature geochemistry and cosmochemistry, additional key research fields in the institute include quaternary sciences and paleoclimatology. Extensive new clean lab facilities and state of the art mass spectrometer laboratories (MC-ICPMS, AMS, gas mass spectrometer) are available. A state of the art MC-ICPMS laboratory (Thermo Finnigan Neptune) is operated jointly with the neighbouring Earth Science Department at the University of Bonn since early 2008, where a single collector laser ICPMS system will also become available shortly. The existing analytical equipment also includes XRF, electron microprobe, and an experimental laboratory. In close collaboration with the Earth Science department at Bonn, we offer a wide range of research fields, including mass exchange processes in the Earth's crust and mantle, early Earth evolution, and cosmochemistry.
The position is for an initial period of three years, with the possibility of extention for another three years. Salary is according to the German A13 public servant scheme and will depend on age and experience. The University of Cologne is seeking to increase the proportion of female scientists and therefore women are especially encouraged to apply. At equal qualifications, disabled applicants will be preferred.
Applications including CV, list of publications, a short statement of research interests, and names of three referees should be send by October 15th 2010 to Prof. Dr. C. Münker, Institut für Geologie und Mineralogie, Zülpicher Strasse 49b, D-50674 Köln (email: c.muenker@uni-koeln.de, phone ++49-221-4703198), where further information about the position and the institute is also available.
