[ES_JOBS_NET] CIRES/CSD Aerosol Mass Spectrometer Research Associate CSD-30, Boulder, CO

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

  CIRES/CSD Aerosol Mass Spectrometer Research Associate CSD-30

http://cires.colorado.edu/contact/jobs/job-openings/cirescsd-aerosol-mass-spectrometer-research-associate-csd-30/


  Position Type: Research Associate

Position Posted: September 23, 2015

A Research Associate position for postdoctoral work is available in the 
Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Studies (CIRES) at 
the University of Colorado-Boulder. The successful applicant will work 
at the U. S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration – Earth 
System Research Laboratory/Chemical Sciences Division (NOAA ESRL/CSD). 
He or she will participate in laboratory and field work using a 
customized Aerodyne Time-of-Flight Aerosol Mass Spectrometer (ToF-AMS) 
and be involved at all levels of its scientific data analysis and 
subsequent publication. The work entails collaboration across several 
groups in CSD, where there are a variety of opportunities to pursue 
cutting-edge research on the physical and chemical effects of aerosol 
particles in the troposphere. There is particular emphasis on upgrading 
the ToF-AMS instrument and participating in the upcoming FIREX fire 
science laboratory study, which requires 6-8 weeks of field work in 
Missoula, MT, during the fall of 2016. The initial term of the 
appointment is for one year, with a possibility for extension to a 
maximum of three years.

Responsibilities

  * Operate and calibrate a semi-custom, Aerodyne Time-of-Flight Aerosol
    Mass Spectrometer (AMS) with a light-scattering module.
  * Use this instrument to study aerosol chemical composition in the
    laboratory and ambient atmospheric aerosols, including field work at
    the U.S. Forest Service Fire Sciences Laboratory.
  * Combine the AMS data with other aerosol and gas-phase measurements.
  * Provide support with data analysis and laboratory work for past
    field projects involving the AMS.
  * Present results at scientific meetings and publish them in
    peer-reviewed journals.
  * Background information about the CAP research group, techniques,
    previous publications and upcoming projects is available on several
    web pages
    (http://www.esrl.noaa.gov/csd/groups/csd2/,http://www.esrl.noaa.gov/csd/staff/ann.m.middlebrook/,http://www.esrl.noaa.gov/csd/projects/firex/,http://www.firelab.org/).


For more information, please contact Dr. Ann Middlebrook 
(ann.m.middlebrook at noaa.gov).

Requirements


      Minimum Qualifications:

  * Doctoral degree in chemistry, atmospheric sciences, environmental
    engineering, engineering, physics, or related field.
  * Publication (or submission for publication) of at least one first
    author paper in the peer-reviewed literature.
  * Experience in design, construction, operation, and/or maintenance of
    custom-built scientific instrumentation.


      Required Skills and Abilities:

  * Capability for self-guided, motivated, and original research.
  * Excellent skills in the operation and maintenance of advanced
    instrumentation, ideally acquired by involvement in instrument
    design and construction.
  * Demonstrated ability to present results at scientific meetings and
    publish them in peer-reviewed journals.
  * Ability to perform required duties associated with ~2 month field
    deployments in support of focused measurement campaigns.
  * Ability to work well with other researchers and support staff in a
    collaborative research environment.


      Desired Qualifications

  * Experience with mass spectrometry, laser systems, vacuum technology,
    aerosol instrumentation, as well as computer programming and/or
    complex data analysis (especially Igor Pro).
  * Experience with laboratory or field studies of atmospheric chemistry.
  * Strong recommendations from research advisors.

Position Benefits

The position will be filled as a Research Associate at the University of 
Colorado  Boulder and will be eligible for employee benefits, including 
22 days of vacation (for a 100% position) per year.

Required Application Materials

To Apply:

Applicants must complete the Faculty/University Staff and EEO Data 
(application) form, and upload the required documents:

1-CV

2- Proof of highest degree earned (copy of diploma or unofficial 
transcripts)

3- A cover letter

4- List of three professional references with all contact information 
from whom an official written letter of recommendation will be requested 
at the appropriate time during the search.


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