• Paleomagnetic Research Lab Scientist

    University of Rochester (Rochester, NY)


    University of Rochester: Office of the Provost: Academic Center: School of Arts & Sciences: Earth & Environmental Sciences

     

    Salary Range or Pay Grade

     

    $60,000-$75,000

    Description

    The Scientist will prepare samples utilizing facilities at the University of Rochester (UR) and other laboratories to undertake microscope and magnetic analyses of samples using equipment such as a Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM), Focused Ion Beam (FIB), Transmission Electron Microscope (TEM), and other analysis equipment in the Paleomagnetic Research Lab. The Scientist will heavily use electron and light microscopes and preparation devices, magnetic sample preparation and concentration devices. The Scientist will also work with student researchers and provide training in sample preparation and device usage as needed. A typical breakdown of effort follows, but during initial employment, more time will be devoted to sample preparation.

     

    70% SEM/TEM/FIB/SQUID analysis: The Scientist will be required to exercise independent technical judgment including the participation in externally-funded research. The Scientist will be responsible for independent operation of complex laboratory instrument including but not limited to SEM, TEM, FIB and SQUID magnetometer instruments at the UR and external locations. They will serve as the subject matter expert on these instruments. Analyzes and evaluates experimental data and interprets results within the scope of externally-funded projects; assesses the importance of findings in relation to the general research project.

     

    20% Sample preparation: Research samples need to be prepared differently depending on the type of analysis being completed and the equipment being used. The Scientist will prepare rare samples for analysis according to the specification required for the equipment.

     

    5% Student instruction: Create and document procedures for using UR equipment. Instruct lab members on the correct usage of UR equipment and supervise usage as necessary.

     

    5% Other: Authorize repairs and performs maintenance on UR equipment in the Paleomagnetic Research Lab. Contacts and schedules machine usage at external institutions. Interface with Optics Department in materials for testing QDM magnetometer.

    Qualifications

    PhD in an appropriate discipline (Materials Science, Physics, Geology/Geophysics/Biology) required or MS with appropriate experience. Experience in sample preparation required. SEM/FIB/TEM techniques preferred. Must be able to drive to other local universities for analyses as needed (e.g. Cornell University).

     

    Application Instructions

     

    Please upload a Cover Letter, CV, and provide contact information for three referees.

     

    Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

     

    EOE, including disability/protected veterans

     

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