Aqueous Geochemistry Specialist — Part-Time Research

University of Plymouth; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Generous pension scheme

Cycle to Work & Electric Car Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Development opportunities

Enhanced family leave

Flexible working

Retailer discounts

On-site nursery

Job summary

University of Plymouth seeks a Technical Specialist in Aqueous Geochemistry to investigate groundwater interactions with ground source energy systems. The role is based at the Plymouth campus, working 14.8 hours per week on a fixed-term basis for 18 months as part of the MRMOLES project.

You will lead analytical aspects, collect water/solid samples, and develop laboratory experiments while collaborating with the research team to deliver timely, high-quality data and outputs for wider

Qualifications

• PhD in aqueous geochemistry or demonstrable expertise at that level.
• Collaborative team player with ability to deliver technical objectives and outputs on time.
• Topic-specific training on field data collection and sampling will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Lead experimental and analytical studies of mineral and biofilm formation for groundwater interactions with ground source energy systems.
• Conduct field visits to UK sites and develop laboratory experiments as part of the MRMOLES project.
• Ensure data quality and deliver high-quality data on time, contributing to scientific outputs.

Skills

Geochemistry expertise

Data analysis

Education

PhD in aqueous geochemistry

Job description

University of Plymouth seeks a Technical Specialist in Aqueous Geochemistry to investigate groundwater interactions with ground source energy systems. The role is based at the Plymouth campus, working 14.8 hours per week on a fixed-term basis for 18 months as part of the MRMOLES project.

You will lead analytical aspects, collect water/solid samples, and develop laboratory experiments while collaborating with the research team to deliver timely, high-quality data and outputs for wider