Research Fellow - AR3274

Applications are sought for a committed Post-doctoral Research Fellow to work with Dr Robert Steele conducting research for an STFC funded project entitled: Unlocking the isotopic evolution of the early Solar System: evidence from chondrules. The primary duties will be to prepare chondrule samples from meteorites, purify Ni and Cr aliquots from chondrule and meteorite samples by ion exchange chemistry, make high precision mass-independent isotope analyses, interpret results and write manuscripts in collaboration with the PI.

The successful applicant will have (or be near to completion of) a PhD in isotope cosmochemistry or geochemistry. Strong candidates will have technical expertise in clean lab cosmochemistry/geochemistry, ion exchange chemistry, and measurement of isotope ratios by mass spectrometry. The postdoctoral researcher would join a cohort of researchers within the School of Earth & Environmental Sciences.

The post is available for 36 months starting 1 October 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Employees of the University have access to a wide range of staff benefits including:

• Annual leave of 34 days, plus 5 public holidays
• Membership of the USS Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
• A hybrid working environment, including partial homeworking where appropriate and a range of family friendly policies
• Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services
• Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel
• Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff, access to training and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme

Informal enquiries can be directed to Dr Robert Steele (rcjs@st-andrews.ac.uk)

We particularly welcome applications from people from Black, Asian, minority ethnic and minority religions backgrounds and from LGBTQ+ and disabled people.

At St Andrews, equality, diversity, and inclusion are central to who we are and form a core pillar of our University Strategy. We are committed to creating a fair, inclusive and supportive workplace, reflected in our participation in national diversity charters and awards, including Athena Swan, Carer Positive and the Race Equality Charter.

Closing Date: 20 May 2026

Please quote ref: AR3274DD