Post Doctoral Fellow

In this position you will have the opportunity to: map a high grade gold deposit, generate novel Raman spectra to be added to the rruff database, network with mining and exploration geologists, and to develop innovative ideas about ore deposit formation in the Tintina Gold Belt. You will apply the principles of fluid evolution, water-rock interaction, interface coupled dissolution precipitation, chemical reaction kinetics, and equilibrium thermodynamics to a structurally complex ore body.

The Geophysical Institute is a research-focused organization at the University of Alaska Fairbanks. The university offers a competitive work environment with strong benefits, including retirement and health insurance, generous leave policies, and tuition waivers for UAF courses. The Geophysical Institute values collaboration, accountability, and the exchange of ideas. We foster a professional and respectful environment dedicated to serving Alaska through applied science.

Career growth and professional development are supported and encouraged.

As a public, regional, comprehensive university, UAF welcomes applications from individuals with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.

Post-doctoral researcher to characterize Au-Bi-Te mineralization and precipitation pathways in the Pogo Au deposit, Alaska. The researcher will engage with a thriving academic community in both the Geophysical Institute and the Department of Geosciences and have the opportunity to engage regularly with local industry geologists. The researcher will enjoy access to the mine for regular sampling as new rocks are uncovered.

To thrive in this role the successful candidate will have a strong background in mineralogy and geochemistry/petrology. Experience in both academic and mining or mineral exploration systems will be beneficial. Expertise in economic geology is desired but not required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Geology/Earth Science or a related science field at the time of appointment.

Position Details:

This position will be physically located at the UAF campus in Fairbanks, Alaska. The successful finalist will be expected to report to duty at the UAF office on the first day of employment.

This is a full-time, term-funded, exempt, 9-month postdoctoral position complete with a competitive salary and UA employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage.

Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information of three (3) professional references with your application.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified.

Review of application materials will begin immediately. Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient and viable number of qualified candidates have been identified.

The University of Alaska (UA) reserves the right to require employees to work on-site at the UA facilities. Hybrid and remote work may be approved for employees based in Alaska at the University's discretion. Remote work for employees based outside the State of Alaska may be approved only in exceptional circumstances or when required by the position's job duties.

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To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

This position is represented by United Academics (UNAC).

This position is term-funded and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at .

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The University of Alaska reserves the right to require employees to work on-site at University of Alaska facilities. Remote work may be approved for employees based in Alaska at the discretion of the University. Remote work for employees based outside the State of Alaska may be…