Postdoc in Raman Spectroscopy

The Department of Biology at the University of Southern Denmark seeks to fill a two year postdoc position in Raman Spectroscopy from 1 April 2023 or soon hereafter. Application deadline: 20 March 2023.

We are looking to explore the evolution of the carbon cycle over geologic time using Raman Spectroscopy as the primary tool. Work will entail detailed Raman analysis of carbon particles in ancient sedimentary rocks as well as the analysis of modern marine and river sediments.

The successful applicant will have a solid geological background, and track record of using Raman spectroscopy to analyze ancient carbon in rocks. We have in house a Horiba LabRAM Soleil Raman Spectrometer.

The successful candidate will be a part of Nordcee.

For further information please contact Professor Don Canfield, dec@biology.sdu.dk.


Application, salary etc.
The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and AC (the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations). Please check links for more information on salary and taxation.

The application must be in English and include the following:
• A curriculum vitae including information on previous employment.
• A full list of publications stating the scientific publications on which the applicant wishes to rely.

Shortlisting may be used in the assessment process.

Incomplete applications and applications received after the deadline will neither be considered nor evaluated.

To qualify you must have passed a PhD or equivalent. Applications will be assessed by an expert assessor/committee. Applicants will be informed of their assessment by the university.

The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

Applications must be submitted electronically using the link "Apply online". Attached files must be in Adobe PDF or Word format. Each box can only contain a single file of max. 10 Mb. We strongly recommend that you read How to apply before you apply.

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