Uppsala, Sweden
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As a Research Assistant within the Mineralogy, Petrology and Tectonics (MPT) program, you will support ongoing research in mineralogy, petrology, geochemistry, and geochronology. The position involves contributing to various research projects within the MPT program and the Smart Exploration Research Centre, including projects focused on critical mineral systems and the tectonic evolution of the crust. Your duties may include: * Preparation and petrographic characterization of rock samples. * Mineral separation and preparation for geochemical and geochronological analyses. * Assistance with in situ analytical techniques (e.g., isotope and trace element analyses). * Compilation, processing, and quality control of analytical datasets. * Preparation of scientific figures (e.g., geochemical diagrams, maps) for presentations and manuscripts. * Assistance with manuscript preparation, including formatting, reference management, and data organization. * Laboratory organization and maintenance. * Assistance with administrative tasks related to research activities. * Participation in teaching and other departmental tasks, when required. The position offers hands-on experience with state-of-the-art analytical facilities and provides training in petrochronology and critical mineral research.
