Investigating the temporal history of lunar crustal processes

Laplace Apply; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Manchester invites applications for a PhD studentship examining the temporal history of lunar crustal processes, integrating geochemical and isotopic data to illuminate early Moon chronology. The project links lunar mare geochemistry with isotopic dating, offering training in isotope analysis and planetary chronology within a competitive scholarship.

Funding conditions apply; start date is linked to admission and university cycles.

Qualifications

• PhD required in planetary science or a closely related field.
• Experience with geochemical/isotopic data interpretation is desirable.
• Interdisciplinary collaboration and strong communication skills requested.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on the temporal history of lunar crustal processes.
• Integrate geochemical and isotopic evidence to address early Moon chronology.

Skills

lunar geochemistry

isotope analysis

planetary chronology

Education

PhD in planetary science

Tools

Isotope ratio mass spectrometry

Job description

Investigating the temporal history of lunar crustal processes

University of Manchester

United Kingdom

2027-02-05 (date only; cutoff time not verified)

About This Opportunity

University of Manchester offers investigating the temporal history of lunar crustal processes in Manchester, focusing on the doctorate investigates lunar crustal history and the time sequence of processes affecting the early moon, connecting anorthosite and lunar magma-ocean questions with geochemical and isotopic evidence.

The doctorate investigates lunar crustal history and the time sequence of processes affecting the early Moon, connecting anorthosite and lunar magma-ocean questions with geochemical and isotopic evidence.Funding or compensation evidence: Competition-funded studentship; award conditions require verification. The advertisement identifies an application date of 2027-02-05. The exact cutoff time is not independently verified unless stated otherwise.Who This Opportunity Is Best Suited For:Based on the documented scope, the opportunity may be particularly suitable for planetary scientists, geochemists or geologists interested in interpreting lunar materials and chronology.Potential Challenges / Who May Find It Less Suitable:Applicants should assess their preparation for geochemical chronology rather than assuming an astronomy-only or remote-sensing project.Overall Opportunity Assessment:The methodological focus on lunar geochemistry and isotope analysis gives this appointment a specific research orientation. Applicants should assess their background against the documented role requirements and constraints.

lunar geochemistry isotope analysis planetary chronology

Level PhD

Organization Type University

Funding & Compensation

Amount Scholarship

Funding Type Scholarship

Requirements

Education

Experience

Technical Skills lunar geochemistry isotope analysis planetary chronology