Research Technician Geochemistry Lab

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title

Research Technician Geochemistry Lab

Position Type

Limited-Term

Job Number

SA6692122

Full or Part Time

Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly

Fair Labor Standard Act Classification

Non-Exempt

Anticipated Pay Range

$20.00

Pay Range Information

Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

Conduct independent research in an academic environmental geochemistry lab. Scientific responsibilities will involve lab-based experimental design, surface area analysis of sediments and soils, and synchrotron-based sample analysis at Stanford (~3x/year). Position may also include oversight of/collaboration with other lab members’ research projects.

Responsibilities

Conduct independent research in environmental geochemistry related to the supervisor’s principal research. Duties include but are not limited to:

• BET surface area analysis of sediments and soils
• Synchrotron-based experimental data acquisition and processing
• Lab-based experimental design and sampling
• Field-based sampling and sample processing
• Training and advising of new undergraduate research students
• Literature search, reading, summarizing and integrating into scientific manuscripts

Required Qualifications

• Strong basic wet chemistry skills, including the use of a pH meter, autopipet, centrifuge, analytical balance and stir plate.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, specifically with respect to generating scientific graphs
• Completed courses in general chemistry
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to operate laboratory equipment and maintain a safe working environment
• Writing skills to summarize research findings and integrate into scientific manuscripts
• Communication and interpersonal skills to interact and work collaboratively with other researchers.

Desired Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree with research laboratory experience in an appropriate field with preference given to candidates with a degree in chemistry, geology, biochemistry or related field.
• Completed courses in physical geology
• Willingness to acquire new skills

Special Instructions to Applicants

Minimum Number of References

3

Maximum Number of References

3

Pre-screening Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. 3 References Listed on One Page

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Letter of Recommendation 1
3. Letter of Recommendation 2