Research Assistant(all genders welcome)

At the University of Göttingen -Public Law Foundation-, Göttinger Zentrum für Geowissenschaften – Abt.4 – Geochemie und Isotopengeologie, there is a position as

to be filled. Starting date is as soon as possible. The position is limited to nine months.

Your duties

• You will carry out independent research related to the Neoproterozoic carbon cycle

Your profile

• PhD with a Master or Diplom in geochemistry or a related field
• Proficient in English
• Demonstrated excellent research track record through publications in renowned international journals
• Experience with triple oxygen isotope measurements and laser spectroscopy are considered an advantage

What we offer

• A collaborative research environment.
• A diverse, inclusive, and family-friendly international workplace
• Access to the full range of analytical facilities within the department; details are available at https://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/laboratory/78126.html

 
Applicants are required to submit a description of a proposed research project, limited to a maximum of three pages, related to the Neoproterozoic carbon cycle that they intend to carry out in Göttingen. Preference will be given to projects that make full use of the department’s stable isotope facilities, particularly those incorporating triple oxygen isotope analyses. Interdisciplinary projects are encouraged.
 

The University of Göttingen is an equal opportunities employer and places particular emphasis on fostering career opportunities for women. Qualified women are therefore strongly encouraged to apply in fields in which they are underrepresented. The university has committed itself to being a family-friendly institution and supports their employees in balancing work and family life. The University is particularly committed to the professional participation of severely disabled employees and therefore welcomes applications from severely disabled people. In the case of equal qualifications, applications from people with severe disabilities will be given preference. A disability or equality is to be included in the application in order to protect the interests of the applicant.

Please upload your application in one pdf file including the usual documents until 6/30/2026 on the application portal of the university using this link: http://obp.uni-goettingen.de/de-de/OBF/Index/76512. For more information get in touch with David Bajnai directly via E-Mail: david.bajnai@uni-goettingen.de, Tel. +495513923987 .

Please note:
With submission of your application, you accept the processing of your applicant data in terms of data-protection law. Further information on the legal basis and data usage is provided in the Information General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)