POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE Paleoclimatology/Geochemistry

Newton Horace Winchell School of Earth Sciences

University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN 55455 USA


The Department of Geology & Geophysics at the University of Minnesota invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher who will lead projects aimed at reconstructing and interpreting environmental records from caves. We seek an individual with strength in Paleoclimatology, Paleoceanography, and/or Quaternary Geology and experience in U-series dating, stable or radiogenic isotope, C-14, ion probe, or related methods.  The Department (www.geo.umn.edu) has state-of-the-art isotope geochemistry facilities and a large community in environmental history.  Initial appointment is for 1 year, with renewal possible.  A minimum requirement is a Ph.D. in physical sciences at the time of appointment. Applications will be reviewed starting Dec. 4, 2002 and accepted until filled.  Starting date is negotiable.  To apply, send an e-mail with cv, statement of research interests, and 3 referees to Prof. Larry Edwards (edwar001@umn.edu, (612) 626-0207).



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