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Greetings to the list, Luleå University of Technology, in northern Sweden, is the furthest north University of Technology in the world. We have a very active research team in ore deposit research, and we are currently looking for two new PhD students. Please pass on these announcements to talented students who may be interested. The application deadline is 21 February for both positions. Phd-Student in Ore Geology - Ore characterization Ref: 149-2016: http://www.ltu.se/ltu/Lediga-jobb?l=en&rmpage=job&rmjob=1791&rmlang=UK and PhD Student in Ore Geology - Exploration for alternative mineral raw materials. Reference number: 147-2016: http://www.ltu.se/ltu/Lediga-jobb?l=en&rmpage=job&rmjob=1786&rmlang=UK Details for both also in plain text below. Cheers, --Riia ******************************** Phd-Student in Ore Geology - Ore characterization Ref: 149-2016 CAMM – Centre of Advanced Mining and Metallurgy (www.camm.se) is an established centre of excellence, based on strategic funds from the Swedish government within the strategic area Sustainable use of natural resources: mining and minerals, at Luleå University of Technology. One of the CAMM work packages is dedicated to the field of exploration. For the European Union, access to a number of different raw materials (EU20) is critical and there is a need to increase our knowledge and understanding of the in situ occurrence of critical metals in ore bodies in order to improve mineral exploration and be able to utilize ore deposits in a more sustainable way. Subject description Ore Geology is concerned with the behaviour, occurrence and genesis of naturally occurring economic concentrations of metallic mineral resources. The research aims to describe the geological conditions that lead to economic concentrations of metals and, in some cases, also non-metallic mineral resources. Over the past decade advances in micro-analytical techniques have enabled high-resolution characterization of minerals. Within ore geology, analysis of the trace element distribution in various minerals in different types of ores is used to improve the understanding of how these different ore types have formed. A good understanding of the ore genetic aspects is crucial for a successful mineral exploration, but it is also important input-data for the fields of geometallurgy and process metallurgy. Project description We are looking for a PhD student in Ore Geology with focus on ore characterization. The PhD-project will comprise mineralogy with detailed mineral chemistry to characterize ore deposits in terms of metal content, mineral associations, metal distribution etc, using advanced micro-analytical techniques (e.g. XRD, SEM-WDS, Laser Ablation ICP-MS). Results will have to be prepared for use within the larger framework of metallurgical modelling to provide a base for predicting metallurgical process performance. The project is part of the exploration work package of CAMM. Duties The development of a chain of micro-analytical techniques that is specially designed for generating ore characterization models for various purposes, such as ore genetic-, mineral exploration-, and process metallurgical modeling will be an important part of the study and experience from mineralogical analysis and operation of analytical instruments is therefore a merit: Ore Geology belongs to the Division of Geosciences and Environmental Engineering, being part of the Department of Civil, Environmental and Natural resources engineering with about 350 employees (www.ltu.se/research/subjects/Malmgeologi?l=en). As a PhD student, you will be involved in teaching in the geology-related programs of the department. The PhD studentship is for 4-5 years, depending on if teaching or other departmental duties are part of the position. Qualifications Applicants must have excellent academic credentials and have taken their MSc degree or an equivalent degree in the field of Earth Sciences, preferably with specialization on mineralogy and petrology. References will be required. Good skills in oral and written communication in Swedish and/or English are important. Experience from mineralogical analysis and operation of analytical instruments is a merit. Read more; General curricula for the Board of the faculty of science and technology Information For further information, please contact: Associate Professor Christina Wanhainen +46 920 49 24 01, [log in to unmask] or Senior Lecturer Glenn Bark +46 920 49 10 39, [log in to unmask] Union representatives: SACODaina Dagis, phone;0920-4938 80,[log in to unmask] or OFR-LarsFrisk, phone:0920-491792, e-mail; [log in to unmask] Place of work Luleå. Luleå University works actively with equality and diversity that contributes to a creative study and work. The university's fundamental values are based on respect, trust, transparency and accountability. Application We prefer that you apply for this position by clicking on the apply button on the web page.The application should include a CV, personal letter and copies of verified diplomas from high school and universities. Your application, including diplomas, must be written in English or Swedish. Mark your application with the reference number below. Reference number: 149-2016 http://www.ltu.se/ltu/Lediga-jobb?l=en&rmpage=job&rmjob=1791&rmlang=UK Last day of application: February 21st 2016 ****************************************************** PhD Student in Ore Geology - Exploration for alternative mineral raw materials Lulea Ref: 147-2016 Raw materials are fundamental to maintain and improve our life style. Luleå University of Technology is one of Europe’s strongest universities within mining-related research and has a natural role in transferring knowledge and to develop new innovations for technical challenges within the mineral- and mining industry on a regional, national and international level. For the European Union, access to a number of different raw materials (EU20) is critical and there is a need for improved exploration for these materials. Subject description Ore Geology is concerned with the behaviour, occurrence and genesis of naturally occurring economic concentrations of metallic mineral resources. The research aims to describe the geological conditions that lead to economic concentrations of metals and, in some cases, also non-metallic mineral resources. The research subject Ore geology is part of the division of Geosciences and Environmental Engineering which belongs to the department of Civil, Environmental and Natural Resources Engineering that has about 350 employees (www.ltu.se/research/subjects/Malmgeologi?l=en). Project description Within the project ARN (Alternative mineral raw materials in northern Sweden) three PhD students will be employed; one in Ore geology, one in Exploration geophysics and one in Applied geochemistry. The PhD students will work with the same ore deposits but from different perspectives. The ARN project aims at developing new technologies and innovations for mineral exploration for the by the European Union raw materials listed as critical; graphite and platinum-gold and to develop methodologies for simulation of environmental effects from mining of these raw materials. We are looking for a PhD student in Ore geology, with focus on improved and innovative exploration methods for graphite and platinum-gold. The project will work closely together with the parallel PhD project in Exploration geophysics. The intention is to integrate ore geological interpretations with geophysical measurements from different ore deposits in a way that will benefit both PhD projects. Duties The PhD project will encompass detailed mineralogical and petrological studies of the selected ore deposits in northern Sweden with the aim to understand the genesis of the different ore deposits. The deposits will be characterized with regard to mineralogy, metal contents, mineral associations, hydrothermal alterations etc, through the use of micro-analytical and mineralogical techniques (i.e. SEM, EPMA, Laser Ablation ICP-MS). Results from the project will be used for correlation with geophysical data to generate integrated geological/geophysical ‘signatures’ for the ore deposits. The PhD studentship is associated with some degree of teaching in the departments geology-related educational programs. The PhD studentship is for 4-5 years, depending on if teaching or other departmental duties are part of the position. Qualifications Applicants must have excellent academic credentials and have a MSc degree or an equivalent degree in the field of Earth Sciences, preferably with specialization on mineralogy and petrology. References will be required. Good skills in oral and written communication in Swedish and/or English are important. Fieldwork and drillcore logging is an essential part of the project and previous experience of this is meriting. Read more: General curricula for the Board of the faculty of science and technology Information For further information, please contact: Senior Lecturer Glenn Bark +46 920 49 10 39, [log in to unmask] or Associate Professor Christina Wanhainen +46 920 49 24 01, [log in to unmask] Union representatives:SACODaina Dagis, phone;0920-4938 80,[log in to unmask] or OFR-LarsFrisk, phone:0920-491792, e-mail; [log in to unmask] Place of work Luleå. Application We prefer that you apply for this position by clicking on the apply button on the web page.The application should include a CV, personal letter and copies of verified diplomas from high school and universities. Your application, including diplomas, must be written in English or Swedish. Mark your application with the reference number below. Reference number: 147-2016 http://www.ltu.se/ltu/Lediga-jobb?l=en&rmpage=job&rmjob=1786&rmlang=UK? Last day of application: February 21st 2016 ************************************************************************** ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Geo-mineralisation is administered by the Mineral Deposits Studies Group (UK) (www.mdsg.or.uk)