Job Advertisement: CAS Presidents International Fellowship for Special Expert in Critical Metal Elements Mineralization
Position: CAS PIFI fellowship for Special Expert
Location: Institute of Geochemistry ，Chinese Academy of Sciences ，Guiyang ，China
Application Deadline: 08 October ，2024
Start Date: 1 January ，2025 (Negotiable)
Overview: The Institute of Geochemistry at the Chinese Academy of Sciences is seeking a highly motivated researcher to join our team. The successful candidate will focus on the construction of a machine learning platform for the mineralization mechanisms of critical metal elements. This position is part of the “Special Experts Project” under the Presidents International Fellowship Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciences.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop theoretical prediction methods for element distribution using first-principles molecular dynamics and statistical mechanics ，along with experimental simulation techniques under relevant conditions.
- Assist in the construction of a high-performance scientific computing big data and machine learning platform for the National Key Laboratory of Critical Mineral Mineralization and Prediction.
- Develop advanced geochemical data analysis skills to extract key information from multi-source data.
- Integrate interdisciplinary knowledge by collaborating closely with geologists ，geochemists ，and data scientists to enhance the comprehensiveness of mineral exploration research methods.
- Optimize data mining and feature engineering techniques to improve model performance and adaptability ，ensuring accuracy in practical applications.
- Enhance the level of model interpretation and result reporting ，providing clear reports for non-experts to facilitate understanding of mineral geochemical processes.
- Drive technological innovation by proposing and implementing innovative exploration and geochemical analysis methods.
- Engage in continuous learning and development to maintain a leading position in the fields of mineral geochemistry and machine learning.
Qualifications:
- A PhD degree at the time of appointment
- Practical experience in Python and machine learning.
- Experience with numerical simulations and analytical methods.
- Proficiency in English.
Desirable Skills:
- Familiarity with first-principles molecular dynamics ，statistical mechanics ，and geochemical data analysis.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary research team.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary package based on capability levels.
- Support and assistance in applying for national research projects.
- Provision of apartment accommodation.
Application Documents:
- A current curriculum vitae.
- A list of research achievements.
- A summary of past research.
- A research plan for future work.
How to Apply: Please submit your application documents via email to: zhangfeiwu@mail.gyig.ac.cn or j.m.r.muir@mail.gyig.ac.cn