Employment & Opportunities

3-year Postdoc Position in Bivalve Sclerochronology - University of Derby

Dr. Andy Johnson (Univ. of Derby) has a three-year post-doc position in bivalve sclerochronology available at the University of Derby (UK), with an intended start date of 1st October 2021. The research will entail use of chemical (δ18O, Δ47) and physical (biomineral-unit size/shape) proxies of temperature to determine the stability of the thermal niches of late Cenozoic bivalves in Europe. Profs Liz Harper (Univ. of Cambridge), Melanie Leng (British Geological Survey) and Bernd Schöne (Univ. of Mainz) are Co-investigators, and Prof. Sierra Petersen (Univ. of Michigan) will also be involved. A Project Outline explaining the wider context of the study, together with a Job Description and details of the application procedure, are available under Researcher in Bivalve Sclerochronology at this page (click on 'View our current vacancies'). Sponsorship will be available for a visa application if the successful candidate is not presently entitled to work in the UK. Those interested in applying are welcome to contact Dr. Andy Johnson informally by email ( ) with any queries about the position.

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Organic Geochemistry - Newcastle University

This role will develop and carry out research for the research project: Waves of colonization around the Sea of Moyle: linking population history, resilience and landscape change of island communities, with a specific focus on organic geochemistry analysis of lake sediments. In particular, sample preparation for biomarkers including faecal sterols, bile acids, and leaf waxes. There is also the potential to develop skills in using other biomarker compounds. To ensure that sample procedures are carried out safely and in accordance with quality standards and health and safety regulations.

Details can be found here.

Research Technician in Geochemistry - Newcastle University

This role will provide technical support for the analysis of lake and ocean sediment cores in different palaeoenvironmental projects. In particular, sample preparation for stable isotope analysis of bulk sediments, invertebrate remains, and biomarkers, including faecal sterols, bile acids, and leaf waxes. To ensure that sample procedures are carried out safely and in accordance with quality standards and health and safety regulations.

Details can be found here.