Mars Geochemistry Postdoc — 42-Moy Split Fellowship

EURAXESS Ireland; Wrocław; Hybrid; PLN 123,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

The Space Research Centre of the Polish Academy of Sciences in Poland invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher (F/M) to join the EXOMHYCL project. The successful candidate will work on how HCl degassed from magmas interacts with subsurface ice, enabling a robust seepage mechanism for Mars.

The role spans 12 months with potential extension up to 42 months, split between Poland and Arkansas, under supervision of the PI and collaborating scholars.

Qualifications

• Independent researcher with PhD and publications in geochemical processes at crust-atmosphere interface.
• Evidence of data acquisition/analysis and basic maintenance in experimental geochemistry.
• Willingness to spend 32 months in Poland and 10 months in Arkansas across non-consecutive stays.
• Strong command of written/spoken English demonstrated via publications and presentations.
• Ability to write scientific papers and present at conferences.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the EXOMHYCL project under the guidance of project PI and collaborating scientists.
• Investigate how HCl degassed from magmas interacts with an ice-rich subsurface before atmospheric release.

Skills

PhD

Geochemistry

Data analysis

Experimental skills

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

PhD or equivalent

Tools

Planetary simulation chambers

Geochemical modelling

Job description

The Space Research Centre of the Polish Academy of Sciences in Poland invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher (F/M) to join the EXOMHYCL project. The successful candidate will work on how HCl degassed from magmas interacts with subsurface ice, enabling a robust seepage mechanism for Mars.

The role spans 12 months with potential extension up to 42 months, split between Poland and Arkansas, under supervision of the PI and collaborating scholars.