Postdoc: Phytoplankton Calcification Physiology

European Geosciences Union e.V.; Oxford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A research-focused institution in Oxford seeks a Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Physiology of Calcification in phytoplankton. This role, funded for 18 months, involves investigating physiological and biochemical processes in marine carbon cycles. The successful candidate will hold or be nearing completion of a PhD and have experience in relevant monitoring techniques. Excellent communication skills and collaboration ability are crucial. Applications are encouraged from women and ethnic minority candidates, with a deadline of 18 January 2026.

Qualifications

• Must hold or be near completion of a relevant PhD/DPhil.
• Ability to lead original research programmes.
• Documented research track record with publications.

Responsibilities

• Investigate physiological and biochemical processes in phytoplankton.
• Collaborate with other researchers in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Report to leading professors and contribute to marine carbon cycle research.

Skills

Physiological monitoring techniques

Optical microscopy

Electron microscopy

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

PhD or PhD near completion

Tools

O2 electrode

Job description

A research-focused institution in Oxford seeks a Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Physiology of Calcification in phytoplankton. This role, funded for 18 months, involves investigating physiological and biochemical processes in marine carbon cycles. The successful candidate will hold or be nearing completion of a PhD and have experience in relevant monitoring techniques. Excellent communication skills and collaboration ability are crucial. Applications are encouraged from women and ethnic minority candidates, with a deadline of 18 January 2026.