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Hiring Unit:Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences



Position Summary:Develop an experimental method for the geochemical system using established petrographic methods Preparation of experimental charges using quantitative laboratory techniques, e.g., analytical weighing of reagents and micro welding of gold capsules Execution of laboratory experiments according to prescribed safety guidelines Characterization of run products using scanning electron microscopy with energy dispersive spectroscopy (SEM-EDS) and electron microprobe analysis Documentation of the experimental methods, results and interpretation in a comprehensive report


Qualifications:Academic experience in the methodology and execution of high-temperature petrographic experiments Research and problem-solving skills in geochemistry and petrography Experience with geochemical analytical techniques Familiarity with mineral ID in carbonatitic rocks

Experience and Education:BSc degree in geoscience Experience with geochemical analytical techniques
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McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level # 4 in a scale of 0-4.
Hourly Salary:
$29.87
Hours per Week:
25 (Part time)
Location:
McGill College 2001
Supervisor:
Professor
Position Start Date:
2025-07-03
Position End Date:
2025-09-30
Deadline to Apply:
2025-07-21
This position is covered by the Association of McGill University Research Employees (AMURE) collective agreement.McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.