Research Fellow - Palynologist (Redeployment only)

Type of contract: Full-time, Funding/Activity Limited This role is available for up to 24 months with possibility to extend for a further year.

We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher (Palynologist) to join our multidisciplinary team to develop an integrated approach for calibrating depositional environments using palynofacies analysis. This research will focus on the Middle to Upper Jurassic strata of the North Sea and will incorporate advanced microscopy techniques and a multi-proxy integration to refine depositional environment models.

Salary will be at the appropriate point on Grade 6, £38,249 - £45,413 per annum with placement according to qualifications and experience.

This role is available for up to 24 months with possibility to extend for a further year.

Informal enquiries should be made to Prof. David Jolley, Professor in Palynology, e-mail:  d.jolley@abdn.ac.uk

Should you require a visa to undertake employment in the UK you will be required to fulfil the minimum points criteria to be granted a Certificate of Sponsorship under the requirements of the Skilled Worker visa. At the time an offer of appointment is made, you will be asked to demonstrate that you fulfil the criteria in respect of qualification and competency in English. For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. Please do not hesitate to contact Lucy Redmayne, HR Adviser (e-mail: lucy.redmayne@abdn.ac.uk) for further information.

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Job Reference Number: GEO475R

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 19^th May 2025

The School of Geosciences embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.

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