American Association of Petroleum Geologists
Associate Professional Specialist
American Association of Petroleum Geologists, Princeton, New Jersey, us, 08543
Position
Associate Professional Specialist
Overview
The Department of Geosciences at Princeton University seeks to hire a professional technician in the field of geochronology, appointed at the rank of Associate Professional Specialist or more senior. The successful candidate will support research related to laser ablation (LA) inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) of geological and archaeological materials, and high‑precision uranium (U)‑series geochronology by isotope dilution ICP‑MS.
Responsibilities Mass spectrometry, laser instrument use/maintenance, laboratory logistics, sample preparation and chemistry, and managing a trace metal‑free chemistry lab.
Direct training and assistance of internal and external laboratory users.
Opportunity to lead one’s own research program and assist in laboratory‑focused coursework, if desired.
Qualifications – Required Ph.D. Earth Sciences or Chemistry with a research focus of radiogenic isotopes or related field. Especially qualified individuals with a Master’s degree will be considered.
Expertise with high‑precision isotope measurements by ICP‑MS and clean lab protocols, including cation exchange column chromatography.
Three years of experience working in trace metal‑free clean labs (Ph.D. years included, or professional experience after a Master’s degree).
Qualifications – Preferred Experience with laser ablation ICP‑MS, U‑series geochronology, and/or irreplaceable samples.
Three years of experience independently running a multi‑collector ICP‑MS.
Two or more years assisting with the setup of, or managing, a trace metal‑free clean lab.
Other experience in mass spectrometry, strong statistical and analytical experience with data treatment, coding experience in either R or Python, and other experience in analytical chemistry and/or metrology.
Benefits
Expected Salary Range: $75,000 to $90,000. The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For more information, refer to the University's benefits page.
Application
Applicants should include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), a curriculum vitae including a publication list, and contact information for three references. The candidate must apply via the Princeton University academic hiring site: https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/40701. The work location for this position is in‑person on campus at Princeton University. This position is subject to the University's background check policy.
Requisition No: D-26-GEO-00002
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Associate Professional Specialist
Overview
The Department of Geosciences at Princeton University seeks to hire a professional technician in the field of geochronology, appointed at the rank of Associate Professional Specialist or more senior. The successful candidate will support research related to laser ablation (LA) inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) of geological and archaeological materials, and high‑precision uranium (U)‑series geochronology by isotope dilution ICP‑MS.
Responsibilities Mass spectrometry, laser instrument use/maintenance, laboratory logistics, sample preparation and chemistry, and managing a trace metal‑free chemistry lab.
Direct training and assistance of internal and external laboratory users.
Opportunity to lead one’s own research program and assist in laboratory‑focused coursework, if desired.
Qualifications – Required Ph.D. Earth Sciences or Chemistry with a research focus of radiogenic isotopes or related field. Especially qualified individuals with a Master’s degree will be considered.
Expertise with high‑precision isotope measurements by ICP‑MS and clean lab protocols, including cation exchange column chromatography.
Three years of experience working in trace metal‑free clean labs (Ph.D. years included, or professional experience after a Master’s degree).
Qualifications – Preferred Experience with laser ablation ICP‑MS, U‑series geochronology, and/or irreplaceable samples.
Three years of experience independently running a multi‑collector ICP‑MS.
Two or more years assisting with the setup of, or managing, a trace metal‑free clean lab.
Other experience in mass spectrometry, strong statistical and analytical experience with data treatment, coding experience in either R or Python, and other experience in analytical chemistry and/or metrology.
Benefits
Expected Salary Range: $75,000 to $90,000. The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For more information, refer to the University's benefits page.
Application
Applicants should include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), a curriculum vitae including a publication list, and contact information for three references. The candidate must apply via the Princeton University academic hiring site: https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/40701. The work location for this position is in‑person on campus at Princeton University. This position is subject to the University's background check policy.
Requisition No: D-26-GEO-00002
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