Michigan State University
Location
East Lansing, MI | United States
Job description
This position will oversee all gas chromatography/mass spectrometry (GC/MS) instruments and accessories including routine maintenance; design, perform and report service analyses for Core clients; perform client-specific training of gas chromatography/mass spectrometry (GC/MS) instrument users; perform preparation of samples for mass spectrometric analysis from biological and other sample matrices; report monthly use of instruments for billing purposes; maintain compliance with required safety training through MSU EHS; arrange for replenishment of essential laboratory supplies needed for sample preparation and sample analyses and dispose of wastes using appropriate safe procedures.
Knowledge equivalent to what would normally be acquired through completion of 1-2 years of post-bachelor’s degree work such as graduate-level research experience, 1-3 years of related work experience in quantitative analytical chemistry methodologies including chromatographic separations, mass spectrometry, analytical method design, use of mass spectrometry vendor software, interpretation and troubleshooting of quantitative analytical results, presentation of results in oral and written forms, supervision, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
B. S., M.S., or Ph.D in analytical chemistry or closely related field with demonstrated hands-on achievements in mass spectrometry. Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrated accomplishments as member of a team. Can work independently but is open to guidance from staff members and leadership. Curiosity, creative initiative and thinking skills to solve problems.
Prior experience in metabolomics experiment design, sample processing, data acquisition using either GC/MS or LC/MS platforms and data processing. Preference will be given to individuals with expertise that complements current staff with some overlap.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Resume / CV
Cover letter with three professional references
To apply, applicants must submit an application at the MSU Human Resources site at and upload two documents:
1) a resume/CV, and 2) a cover letter describing your skills and experiences as they relate to this position. At the end of the cover letter, please also submit names and contact information for three professional references who are familiar with your skills and/or experiences. Letters are not initially required, but these individuals may be approached for additional information. Review of the applications will begin April 4, 2024, and the search will remain open until the position is filled.
STANDARD 8-5
June 30, 2025
About Michigan State University
Spartans work every day to advance the common good in uncommon ways.Together, we tackle some of the world?s toughest problems to find solutions that make life better?from alternative energy to better food safety to breakthrough medical and environmental applications achieved through rare isotope research.We teach. We explore and we discover. We collaborate and lead. We innovate, inspire, and empower. We achieve our potential and create circumstances that help our students and others achieve theirs.We're good at it, and we've been at it for more than 150 years.The nation?s pioneer land-grant university, MSU began as a bold experiment that democratized higher education and helped bring science and innovation into everyday life. The revolutionary concept became a model for the nation.Today, MSU is one of the top research universities in the world?on one of the biggest, greenest campuses in the nation. Home to nationally ranked and recognized academic, residential college, and service-learning programs, we?re a diverse community of dedicated students and scholars, athletes and artists, scientists and leaders.In ways both practical and profound, we work to create a stronger, more sustainable, and more hopeful future for all.
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