University of Georgia
Location
Athens, GA | United States
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Classification Title Researcher AC FLSA Faculty Rank Open Rank Contract Type Fiscal (12 mo.) Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. in a related science. Position Summary The University of Georgia's (UGA) Center for Applied Isotope Studies (CAIS) seeks to hire a Research Scientist in the Stable Isotope Laboratory with expertise in the measurement of light stable isotopes (C,H,N,O,S). The appointment will be made at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Senior Research Scientist, depending on qualifications and experience. The successful applicant will work closely with UGA's interdisciplinary research community to develop tailored methods and novel applications of stable isotope analyses in such fields as anthropology, archaeology, ecology, geology, geography, marine sciences, food sciences, forensics, and/or other disciplines. The duties involve managing analytical projects and laboratory staff/students; running/maintaining/troubleshooting IRMS instruments and peripherals (EA, Gas Bench, and TC/EA); and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams leading to publications in peer-reviewed literature. The successful candidate is expected to maintain an active research agenda and contribute to departmental governance. Additional Requirements 2 years of experience running, maintaining, and troubleshooting IRMS instruments and peripherals. Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website. Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities Provide state-of-the-art IRMS analytical services to researchers at UGA, including operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment; Percentage Of Time 80 Duties/Responsibilities Scholarship, research, publication, and grant writing Percentage Of Time 20 Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents * Resume/CVJob tags
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