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Research Technician
Have you recently completed a PhD in Geochemistry, Environmental Science, Chemistry, or a closely related field? Are you immediately available and looking to work with an innovative sustainability focussed start-up?
An innovative start up are currently seeking a Geochemist to join the team, initially on a Part Time Temp basis, with opportunities to go permanent. This will be a highly autonomous role where you will be working independently in a shared Lab Space. You will be involved in initial lab set up, as well as responsible for running a variety of experiments related to geochemistry and sustainable mining.
Role Overview
* Initially Temporary and Part Time, with opportunity to go permanent.
* 3 days (c25 hours) per week. Flexibility on exact days each week. £16-18ph DOE.
* Based in shared Lab Space in North Oxford.
* Independently utilise a variety of analytical techniques and instruments to conduct experiments centred around leaching and metal recovery in sustainable mining.
* Utilise Wet Chemistry Techniques and a variety of lab bench equipment (pH Meters, Ovens, Pressure Vessels, balances, hot plates etc)
* Maintain and manage the lab to a high standard.
Requirements
* PhD in Geochemistry, Chemistry, Environmental Science or a similar , closely related field.
* Strong practical lab skills (wet chemistry, utilisation of standard bench equipment)
* Autonomy – Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work independently are essential.
* Must be available to begin early august 2025 (ideally w/c 4th)
In return
This is a fantastic opportunity for you to gain additional experience working with an innovative and exciting start up focussed on sustainable mining practices. Excellent opportunities for professional development as well as the opportunity to go permanent.
For more information, please contact Louis Williams.
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£16 – £18/hour