[ES_JOBS_NET] Research Associate, Department of Geology and Geophysics, Yale University

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

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Research Associate 1 MS
Geology and Geophysics
56152BR
University Job Title
Research Associate 1, MS
Bargaining Unit
None - Not included in the union (Yale Union Group)
Time Type
Part time
Duration Type
Fixed
If Fixed Duration, Period
6 months from date of hire
If Fixed Duration, is continuation possible?
Yes
Other Fixed Duration Date
31-Dec-2019
Compensation Grade
Clinical & Research
Compensation Grade Profile
Research Associate 1 MS (22)
Work Location
Central Campus
Worksite Address
210 Whitney Avenue
New Haven, CT 06511
Work Week
Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)
Searchable Job Family
Research Res Support
Total # of hours to be worked:
18
Position Focus:
Noah Planavsky in the Department of Geology and Geophysics seeks a research associate to work on the preparation of sedimentary and igneous samples for geochemistry and geochronology, compilation of geochemical databases, grant proposal and manuscript preparation.

1. Independently design, implement, and prepare geochemical samples for analyses. 2. Carry out isotope analysis in the Yale Clean Lab facilities. 3. Independently compile, analyze, and interpret scientific data/results related to Earth history.4. Log and sample archived geological rock core based on distinct sedimentological characteristics and stratigraphic framework. 5. Responsible for sample collection and drafting stratigraphic columns for paleoenvironmental context.
Essential Duties
1. Recommends the design and implementation of procedures and protocols under the direction of a higher-level authority. 2. Investigates, analyzes, and reaches preliminary scientific conclusions related to research planning 3. Ensures data results are compiled, analyzed, and presented properly. 4. Analyzes, develops and interprets scientific results. Maintains clear documentation of results. Prepares scientific reports and papers for research proposals and published reports. 5. Performs independent research and laboratory techniques and participates in experimental research planning. 6. Interacts with internal contacts including the PI, research assistants, graduate students, Radiation Safety and Biological Safety officers, and Animal Care personnel to discuss and evaluate research results and to ensure the smooth and safe operation of the laboratory. 7. Interacts with external contacts such as researchers at other institutions, staff at biotechnology and reagents companies to consult on research methods and to keep abreast of product information and developments. 8. May perform other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience
Master's Degree in a scientific discipline and one year experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Skill/Ability 1:
Strong laboratory ("clean lab" preferred) background and demonstrated background in both stable and radiogenic isotope systems. Demonstrated ability with carbonate and shale rock preparation, rock digests, and column chromatography.
Required Skill/Ability 2:
Demonstrated ability in sedimentary geology: interpreting depositional environments, sequence stratigraphic analysis, carbonate sedimentology, carbonate diagenesis, petrography (crystallography).
Required Skill/Ability 3:
Demonstrated ability to use Matlab and R to statistically analyze large geochemical datasets and plot geochemical data. Demonstrated ability to use Adobe Creative Suite and ArcGis to create geologic maps, draft geological figures, and illustrate geologic concepts for scientific manuscripts.
Required Skill/Ability 4:
Demonstrated ability in editing and writing grant proposals (NSF) and scientific manuscripts for a variety of journal formats and focuses (Chemical Geology, Geology, Journal of Sedimentary Research).
Required Skill/Ability 5:
Demonstrated ability logging and sampling geologic core for geochemical analyses.
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:
BS in Geosciences
Drug Screen
No
Background Check Requirements
All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. Please visit www.yale.edu/hronline/careers/screening/faqs.html for additional information on the background check requirements and process.
Posting Disclaimer
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.
Affirmative Action Statement:
Yale University considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, an individual's sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Yale discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 protects people from sex discrimination in educational programs and activities at institutions that receive federal financial assistance. Questions regarding Title IX may be referred to the University's Title IX Coordinator, at TitleIX at yale.edu, or to the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 8th Floor, Five Post Office Square, Boston MA 02109-3921. Telephone: 617.289.0111, Fax: 617.289.0150, TDD: 800.877.8339, or Email: ocr.boston at ed.gov.
Note
Yale University is a tobacco-free campus
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