[ES_JOBS_NET] Laboratory coordinator (Department of Geosciences, University of Arizona)

[Erika MARIN-SPIOTTA]

 The Tropical Climate & Coral Reefs Laboratory<https://uathompsonlab.com/> in the Department of Geosciences<http://geo.arizona.edu/> at the University of Arizona is seeking a laboratory coordinator.  Our laboratory uses natural archives of past climate—primarily from corals and lake systems—to study tropical climate variability and change.  Leveraging this information, and experiments at the Biosphere 2 Ocean mesocosm, our research ultimately aims to assess the impact of changing ocean conditions on coral reef ecosystems and to improve coral reef resilience.



The Tropical Climate and Coral Reefs Laboratory consists of three separate laboratories for (1) preparation of carbonate samples, (2) preparation of lake and marine sediment samples, and (3) trace elemental geochemistry.  Our trace elemental clean laboratory will house an inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometer (Thermo Element 2), dedicated analysis of trace elemental ratios in marine carbonates (Sr/Ca, Mn/Ca, B/Ca, Li/Ca, Mg/Ca, Li/Mg), and trace metal concentrations in aqueous materials (primarily seawaters, digested sediments and pore waters).



The ideal candidate has expertise elemental analyses, diagnosing and repairing lab equipment, laboratory management, and standard lab safety protocols; is well-organized with attention to detail; and has strong interpersonal and communications skills. Experience with similar ICP-MS equipment (i.e., Element 2 or other magnetic sector/sector field) is particularly desirable. We encourage candidates who will expand the lab’s research portfolio by developing new research projects and proposals.



In addition to our geochemical facilities, candidates have the opportunity to lead research projects in the Biosphere 2 Ocean<https://biosphere2.org/research/model-system/reef-solutions-biosphere-2-ocean>—the largest experimental ocean and coral reef in the world.



We anticipate start date in early 2020; flexible hours and start date can be negotiated. Salary depends upon experience. More information about the position can be found at: https://uacareers.com/postings/43450.



Application review will begin on December 16th, and the position will remain open until filled.



Regards,

Diane


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Dr. Diane Thompson (she/her/hers)
Director of Marine Research, Biosphere 2
Assistant Professor, Department of Geosciences
University of Arizona
1040 E 4th St
Tucson, AZ 85721
thompsod at email.arizona.edu<mailto:thompsod at email.arizona.edu>

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