Copperbelt University ORTARChI Postdoctoral Researcher in Mining Pollution and Remediation
The Copperbelt University
The Copperbelt University seeks a postdoctoral researcher for its Oliver R Tambo African Research Chair in Environment and Development. The Kitwe-based role focuses on mining pollution and remediation, has an initial one-year term, and closes 20 October 2026.
The Copperbelt University in Kitwe, Zambia, invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher under its Oliver R Tambo African Research Chair in Environment and Development (ORTARChI). The research theme is mining pollution and remediation. The researcher will assist the Chair in developing research concepts, conduct independent studies, help supervise postgraduate fieldwork and analysis, develop grant proposals, publish research and present findings. The official call names possible topics including heavy-metal bioaccumulation, soil amendments, environmental risk assessment and plant–bacteria interactions. The initial appointment lasts one year and may be renewed based on performance. The University states that remuneration follows its conditions of service for postdocs; it does not state an amount. The expected start is 1 February 2027. Applications close 20 October 2026. Apply by email to ortarchi@cbu.ac.zm, copying mabwala.cm@gmail.com and mwamba.theo@yahoo.com, with the subject indicating an application for the Post doc Fellowship in Mining, pollution and remediation. Read the official call before applying for the complete requirements.
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Benefits
The official call is titled a fully funded postdoctoral fellowship. Remuneration follows Copperbelt University conditions of service for postdocs; no amount is stated. The initial appointment is one year, with possible renewal based on performance.
Eligibility summary
Applicants must hold a PhD in environmental engineering, ecological engineering, ecotoxicological studies, wasteland geochemistry or pollution studies, or plant–bacteria–heavy-metal interactions. The official call does not restrict nationality.
Requirements
The University seeks a relevant publication record, a strong background in biostatistics, ability to undertake fieldwork, independent and multidisciplinary teamwork, and clear English research communication. The postdoc will work under the ORTARChI Research Chair in mining pollution and remediation.
Documents required
Submit a cover letter; detailed CV with publications; certified transcripts and certificates or proof of PhD completion; research interests (maximum 1,000 characters); scientific goals for the fellowship (maximum 5,000 characters); and names of two academic referees.
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