Engineering a world of possibilities The Civil and Environmental Engineering
department at Colorado School of Mines is hiring for a Post-Doctoral Fellow to
conduct laboratory and field studies aimed at production of construction
materials from mine tailings.
Our research team has conducted chemical, physical, mineralogical, and
geotechnical characterization of tailings and the applicant will explore new
technological solutions targeted to produce lightweight aggregates,
geopolymer concrete and cementitious materials from mine tailings. The
applicant will assist with the preparation of project reports, scholarly
manuscripts, and research proposals. The project will involve close
collaboration with Peruvian research partners and the applicant will need to
travel to Peru and work on site to accomplish some of the project objectives.
Job Summary
The applicant's job duties include the following: Conducting laboratory
and field studies aimed at production of construction materials from mine
tailings. Our research team has conducted chemical, physical,
mineralogical, and geotechnical characterization of tailings and the
applicant will explore new technological solutions targeted to produce
lightweight aggregates, geopolymer concrete and cementitious materials from
mine tailings. The applicant will assist with the preparation of project
reports, scholarly manuscripts, and research proposals. The project will
involve close collaboration with Peruvian research partners and the applicant
will need to travel to Peru and work on site to accomplish some of the project
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Conducting laboratory and field studies aimed at production of construction
materials from mine tailings
Prepare research manuscripts and technical reports
Assist with mentoring of graduate and undergraduate students and training of
research collaborators
Assist with preparing research proposals resulting from the conducted research
Additional responsibilities
Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
A PhD in a related field (civil engineering, materials engineering,
geological engineering, mining engineering, chemical engineering,
physics, chemistry, or other related fields)
Strong publication record in high quality peer-reviewed journals,
specifically in Geotechnical and Construction Materials fields
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Ability to travel to Peru
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to communicate fluently in Spanish
Prior research work resulting in publications on the reuse of mine tailings
Prior experience with one or more of the following: cement testing,
materials characterization using equipment such as SEM, XRD, XRF,
SEM-EDS, ICP-AES, FTIR, TGA, Micro-CT
About Mines & Golden, CO
When the world looks for answers, the world looks to Mines.
Colorado School of Mines is a top-ranked public university solving the grand
challenges facing our society, particularly those related to the Earth,
energy and the environment. Founded in 1874 with specialties in mining and
metallurgy, Mines' scope and mission have continually expanded to meet the
needs of industry and society. Today, we are the No. 38 public university in
the nation, recognized for our innovation and undergraduate teaching in
science, technology engineering and math (U.S. News and World Report, 2023).
Mines graduates are change makers, boundary breakers and problem solvers.
Since our earliest days, a Mines education has been and continues to be a
transformational opportunity, with one of the strongest returns on
investment out there for talented STEM students of all backgrounds.
At the same time, Mines faculty members are pushing their fields in new
directions, whether that's manufacturing, space resources, quantum
engineering, carbon capture or more. Mines was recently classified as a R1
"Very High Activity" research institution by Carnegie, a notable feat
for any university but particularly one of our size.
Are you looking for an inspiring, mission-driven workplace where you can
contribute to solving the world's problems and educating the next generation
of change makers? Are you an individual who values a diverse and inclusive
community, where our different perspectives, experiences and cultures
enrich the educational and work experience?
Look to Mines.
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opportunity and equal access is reflected in the administration of its
policies, procedures, programs and activities and in its efforts to
achieve a diverse student body and workforce.
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federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive
orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including
harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address
potential allegations of inequity or concerns for safety.