Characterization of the origin and dispersion of minerals of potential environmental impact
Pubblicato il 13-08-2026 - Italian Ministry of Education, University and Research in Italia
Organisation/Company Università degli Studi della Basilicata Research Field Environmental science » Earth science Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Leading Researcher (R4) First Stage Researcher (R1) Established Researcher (R3) Application Deadline 26 Aug 2026 - 23:59 (UTC) Country Italy Type of Contract To be defined Job Status Not Applicable Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description
The project will study the composition of minerals with potential environmental impact by assessing their dispersion in various solid matrices, such as rocks and soil, and the associated environmental risk. The analytical techniques adopted will be optical microscopy, X-ray diffractometry, Raman spectroscopy, ICP-MS, and X-ray fluorescence. Spatial distribution will be mapped using GIS and transport and dispersion processes will be modeled. The results will identify the primary sources of the minerals, leading to the production of thematic maps.
The research will contribute to a better understanding of contamination processes, providing tools for sustainable land management and environmental risk prevention. Teaching activities, lasting up to 40 hours, include support for exercises and seminars, while third-mission activities include technology transfer to institutions and dissemination activities.
Admission requirements:
- PhD or equivalent degree obtained abroad;
- Scientific and professional CV suitable for the postdoctoral position.
Other relevant qualifications
- a)Educational background
- PhD in EARTH SCIENCES
- Master's Degree in Geology and Applied Geology
- Research grants and research contracts
- b) Research activity in the scientific field of the position (for example, laboratory experience, internship activities at universities and national and international research institutions, participation in conferences, post-doc