Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Intrusion-Related Gold & Critical Metals in Yukon

University of British Columbia - Staff; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of British Columbia is hiring a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Department of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences. This role focuses on understanding gold mineralization processes in Yukon through fieldwork and analysis, suitable for candidates with a PhD in geology. The position offers a salary range of $75,000 - $95,000 CAD, with opportunities for extension based on funding and performance.

Qualifications

• Postdoctoral Fellow position focusing on RIRGS and mineralization processes.
• Experience in structural geology and hydrothermal systems required.
• Collaborative and independent work is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead field-based and laboratory investigations.
• Work on projects related to vein formation and gold mineralization.
• Collaborate with researchers and MSc students.

Skills

Research experience in economic geology

Strong analytical skills

Field skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

PhD in geology, earth sciences, or a related field

Job description

Academic

Job Category Faculty Non Bargaining Job Title Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Intrusion-Related Gold & Critical Metals in Yukon Department Research | MDRU | Department of Earth and Ocean Sciences | Faculty of Science (Shaun Barker) Posting End Date June 18, 2025

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

Job End Date Jul 31, 2026

The expected pay range for this position is $75,000 - $95,000 CAD per annum dependent upon skills and experience.

Postdoctoral Fellowship Opportunity: Intrusion-Related Gold & Critical Metals in Yukon

The Mineral Deposit Research Unit (MDRU) at the University of British Columbia (UBC) is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow (PDRF) to contribute to a multi-disciplinary research program focused on Reduced Intrusion-Related Gold Systems (RIRGS) in the Yukon Territory. This project investigates the structural, magmatic, and mineralogical controls on gold mineralization at a significant new RIRGS deposit.

Project Overview

The research aims to improve understanding of the ore-forming processes in RIRGS, and support further exploration, and evaluate opportunities for critical mineral by-product recovery. The PDRF will lead field-based and laboratory investigations, working closely with a team of researchers at UBC and Snowline Gold.

We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher with expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Structural geology and hydrothermal systems

• Economic Geology

• Paragenesis and alteration mineralogy

The successful candidate will contribute to one or more of the following project themes:

1. Paragenesis and Vein Evolution – Establishing a detailed framework linking vein formation to magmatic and hydrothermal activity.

2. Structural Controls on Gold Mineralization – Mapping and analyzing vein networks to understand ore distribution.

The postdoctoral researcher will work closely with a MSc student who will be undertaking a structural study of the Valley deposit.

Qualifications

• PhD in geology, earth sciences, or a related field (awarded or expected by the start date)

• Research experience in economic geology and structural geology

• Strong analytical and field skills

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Position Details

• Salary: $75,000 – $95,000 CAD per year, depending on experience

• Location: Department of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences, UBC Vancouver

• Start Date: Summer 2025

• Length of position: One year, extendable up to three years contingent upon funding and performance