PhD Candidate - Environmental Geochemistry (Arctic)

European Geosciences Union (EGU); Kalmar kommun; On-site; SEK 301,000 - 413,000; Full time

Job summary

Linnaeus University seeks a motivated PhD candidate for a Doctoral student position in Environmental Science with a focus on environmental geochemistry, based in Kalmar, Sweden. The project spans biogeochemistry, mineralogy, and environmental science, with access to state-of-the-art analytical facilities and field campaigns in Arctic settings.

The role emphasizes independent doctoral work, collaboration with the Environmental Geochemistry Group and PBiG, and opportunities to contribute to

Qualifications

• Completed a second-cycle degree with geochemistry or related field.
• Experience with analytical techniques such as ICP‑MS or EA.
• Experience in polar or offshore research expeditions is an advantage.
• Strong English communication and scientific writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Join Environmental Geochemistry Group and Polar Biogeosciences Group at Linnaeus University.
• Participate in ship-board surveys and sampling on expeditions.
• Analyze and integrate geochemical, oceanographic, sedimentological, biological, and spectroscopic datasets.
• Collaborate with international researchers, including GEOEO North of Greenland 2024 expedition.

Skills

English proficiency

Scientific writing

Data management

Statistical analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in geochemistry or related field

Second-cycle geochemistry coursework

Tools

ICP‑MS

EA

LC

EA‑IRMS

SEM

Synchrotron techniques

Job description

Linnaeus University seeks a motivated PhD candidate for a Doctoral student position in Environmental Science with a focus on environmental geochemistry, based in Kalmar, Sweden. The project spans biogeochemistry, mineralogy, and environmental science, with access to state-of-the-art analytical facilities and field campaigns in Arctic settings.

The role emphasizes independent doctoral work, collaboration with the Environmental Geochemistry Group and PBiG, and opportunities to contribute to