Postdoctoral Associate

MIT • Cambridge, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE , Materials Science and Engineering , to join an interdisciplinary research team investigating ancient metallurgical processes, their impact on past societies, and how metals can be linked to ore deposits. The research effort aims to develop stable metal isotopes as tracers for past metallurgical processes and ore-forming processes. This project merges isotope geochemistry, economic geology, and experimental archaeology to better characterize ancient non-ferrous metallurgy. Will develop and implement analytical methods for stable metal isotopes and explore their variation within ore deposits and their fractionation behavior in the metallurgical process and work closely with a team of experts in archaeometallurgy, isotope geochemistry, and archaeological experiments to push the boundaries of archaeometallurgy.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in geochemistry, mineralogy, archaeological sciences, or a related field by the date of hire
• Strong background in stable isotope geochemistry and economic geology
• Demonstrated experience in mass spectrometry
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Expertise in stable metal isotope geochemistry
• Familiarity with ore-forming processes
• Interest in past metallurgical processes
• Practical experience in geochemical modelling

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement analytical methods for stable metal isotopes
• Explore variation of stable metal isotopes within ore deposits
• Explore fractionation behavior of stable metal isotopes in the metallurgical process
• Work closely with a team of experts in archaeometallurgy, isotope geochemistry, and archaeological experiments

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees