The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) is inviting qualified candidates to apply for Richard T Liddicoat Postdoctoral Research Fellowships at their Carlsbad, California and New York campuses.
The one-to-two year fellowships encourage early career scientists to pursue full-time academic research in mineralogy, geology, physics, materials science and other fields related to gemmology – the study of diamonds, coloured gemstones, pearls and their treatment.
Liddicoat Postdoctoral Research Fellows conduct creative, independent, publishable research and are strongly encouraged to collaborate with GIA scientists as well as outside research institutions and universities. The start date of each fellowship is flexible, but accepted candidates should begin by 31 January 2018. Applicants must have received their PhD in a relevant field by the start date and preferably within the last three years.
“Our postdoctoral fellows have the opportunity to conduct research that focuses on fundamental scientific problems in diamond geology, defect physics and synthesis,” said Wuyi Wang, director of research and development for GIA. “GIA’s fellowship programme provides unique access to some of the most specialised resources and researchers related to diamonds and other gems.”
The fellowship includes a competitive annual stipend, research funding and travel subsidies for approved offsite research work. Benefits include full health, dental and vision insurance, and the potential reimbursement of relocation expenses. Appointments are for one year and may be extended for a second year based on mutual agreement.
Applications are due by 30 April 2017. More information about the application process, the Liddicoat Postdoctoral Research Fellowships, GIA’s facilities and current and past research areas are available at www.GIA.edu/research-careers.
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