Senior Research Scientist - Geochemistry and Isotope Analysis

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Híbrido; ZAR 1.482.000 - 2.470.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Salary competitive

Health benefits

Professional development support

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Research Scientist in Geochemistry with a focus on isotope analysis. This fully remote role supports environmental and geological research across multiple projects, enabling flexible work arrangements.

You will lead advanced analyses with state-of-the-art instrumentation, interpret complex isotopic data, and contribute to publications while collaborating with a global team of experts.

Formación

• Ph.D. in Geochemistry, Isotope Geochemistry, Earth Sciences, or a related field.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct advanced geochemical and isotopic analyses on geological and environmental samples.
• Operate and maintain high-precision isotope ratio mass spectrometry instrumentation (TIMS, MC-ICP-MS, IRMS).
• Interpret isotopic data to understand Earth history and environmental processes.
• Develop analytical methods for novel isotopic tracers and materials.
• Collaborate with a globally distributed team of geoscientists and researchers.

Conocimientos

Isotope analysis

Geochemistry

Data analysis

Remote collaboration

Independent work

Educación

Ph.D. in Geochemistry / Isotope Geochemistry / Earth Sciences

Herramientas

Isotope ratio mass spectrometry (TIMS/MC-ICP-MS/IRMS)

Geochemical modeling software

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized leader in earth sciences research, is seeking a Senior Research Scientist with expertise in Geochemistry and Isotope Analysis. This fully remote position allows you to contribute to critical environmental and geological research from anywhere, leveraging advanced analytical techniques and data interpretation. You will focus on analyzing geological samples to understand Earth's processes, environmental changes, and resource formation. The role demands a deep understanding of isotopic systems, analytical instrumentation, and their application to geological and environmental problems. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a leading research organization and make significant contributions to our understanding of the planet, with the full flexibility of a remote work arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced geochemical and isotopic analyses on diverse geological and environmental samples.
• Operate and maintain state-of-the-art analytical instrumentation, including Mass Spectrometers (e.g., TIMS, MC-ICP-MS, IRMS).
• Interpret complex isotopic data to reconstruct Earth's history, track element cycles, and assess environmental processes.
• Develop and refine analytical methodologies for novel isotopic tracers and geological materials.
• Collaborate with a geographically dispersed team of geoscientists, environmental scientists, and resource geologists.
• Contribute to scientific publications, conference presentations, and grant writing efforts.
• Provide expert advice on sample collection, preparation, and analytical strategies.
• Manage data integrity and ensure the reproducibility of analytical results.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Geochemistry, Isotope Geochemistry, Earth Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of post-doctoral or equivalent research experience in geochemical and isotopic analysis.
• Demonstrated expertise in operating and interpreting data from high-precision isotope ratio mass spectrometry.
• Strong knowledge of radiogenic and stable isotope systems and their applications.
• Proficiency in data analysis, statistical interpretation, and geochemical modeling software.
• Experience with sample preparation techniques for various geological materials.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, essential for remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple research projects simultaneously in a remote setting.
• Familiarity with environmental geochemistry or cosmochemistry is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, retirement plan options, and support for professional development.
• As a fully remote role, you benefit from unparalleled work-life flexibility.
• You will be part of a world-class research team and have the opportunity to contribute to significant scientific discoveries impacting our understanding of the planet.