The Geological Survey of Norway (NGU), based in Trondheim, is the central national institute for knowledge of bedrock, mineral resources, surface deposits and groundwater of mainland Norway and of the near-surface geology of the Norwegian continental shelf. The survey's tasks include geological, geophysical and geochemical mapping, development and maintenance of databases, research, information activities and advice to governmental bodies and industry. NGU acquires, processes and interprets geophysical data both on a regional and detailed scale. The NGU staff of 220 includes representatives of 25 nationalities and 65 % of the staff are scientists.

For general information about NGU's organisation and mandate, see www.ngu.no

At NGU the following positions are vacant:

A permanent position is vacant with the Bedrock geology team, starting as soon as possible. The team is undertaking bedrock mapping and a broad range of related research activities, and maintains relevant databases over mainland Norway. The successful candidate will take part in bedrock mapping and data compilation in a variety of projects, including projects related to the investigation of mineral resources in Norway. Research tasks within e.g. geochronology, geochemistry, petrology and structural geology will commonly be linked to prioritised field and mapping projects.

NGU seeks a candidate with a completed PhD degree and with a documented field and mapping experience. The applicant should demonstrate the ability to work independently, as well as within a multidisciplinary team, and be motivated to exchange ideas and results with colleagues. Good GIS-skills would be an advantage.

NGU wishes to have a gender-balanced workforce, and therefore encourages women to apply for these positions. NGU's research staff is encouraged to publish reports and scientific articles and to participate in international scientific meetings. We can offer a favourable working environment, unique scientific challenges and good possibilities for participation in international forums and in further education programmes. The lists of applicants are publicly available information. Only in special cases will this information be held back.

Application with CV, publication list, certificate, and name of three professionals for reference should be submitted to www.ngu.no/vacancies by 5^th May 2013.