[ES_JOBS_NET] Laboratory Coordinator I, Tropical Climate & Coral Reefs Laboratory, University of Arizona

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

LABORATORY COORDINATOR I

 

https://arizona.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/1040?c=arizona

 

Posting Number

req1040

 

Department

Geosciences

 

Department Website Link

 

Location

Main Campus

 

Address

Tucson, AZ USA

 

Position Highlights

The Tropical Climate & Coral Reefs Laboratory in the Department of
Geosciences 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 Element2), 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 sea waters, digested sediments and pore waters). 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-the largest experimental ocean and coral reef in the world.
https://biosphere2.org/research/model-system/reef-solutions-biosphere-2-ocea
n More information about our research group can be found at
https://uathompsonlab.com/

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans;
life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and
holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family
members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and
cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

*	Oversee daily operations, including sample preparation and analysis,
data processing and quality control, instrument troubleshooting and repair.
*	Ensure a continuous flow of high quality geochemical data.
*	Supervise and train undergraduate student lab workers.
*	Assist and train graduate student researchers in the lab.
*	As needed, develop new analytical methods, coordinate field
logistics, support group web page and data management.
*	Expand the lab's research portfolio by helping to develop new
research projects and proposals.
*	As time permits, and if employee chooses to do so, individual will
be encouraged to lead own research in the lab and Biosphere 2 facility, with
guidance from faculty.

 

Minimum Qualifications

*	Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through
experience

 

 

Preferred Qualifications

*	The ideal candidate has expertise in 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.

 

FLSA

Exempt

 

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

 

Number of Hours Worked per Week

40

 

Job FTE

1.0

 

Work Calendar

Fiscal

 

Job Category

Research

 

Benefits Eligible

Yes - Full Benefits

 

Rate of Pay

DOE

 

Compensation Type

salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

 

Grade

6

 

Career Stream and Level

PC1

 

Job Family

Research & Lab

 

Job Function

Research

 

Type of criminal background check required:

Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

 

Number of Vacancies

1

 

Target Hire Date

 

Expected End Date

 

Contact Information for Candidates

Assistant Professor, Diane Thompson
thompsod at email.arizona.edu

 

Open Date

3/17/2020

 

Open Until Filled

Yes

 

Documents Needed to Apply

Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document

 

Special Instructions to Applicant

Submit a cover letter describing your interest in this position, a statement
of relevant research and technical experience and a current CV. We will
begin reviewing applications in April 2020, and the position will remain
open until filled.

 

Diversity Statement

At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know
that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing
innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an
inclusive academic community. As an Hispanic-serving institution, we
translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have
experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and
constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of
perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to
applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender
identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we
also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service
programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence
initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and
faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

 

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