Position Announcements
Research Technician Position in Trace Metal Analysis
A research technician position is available immediately in the Mercury/Microbial Ecology Laboratory at SERC. We are looking for an experienced BS- or MS-level trace metal analyst to work with our group to study the biogeochemistry of mercury. This is a full-time annual appointment with benefits.
DUTIES WILL INCLUDE: 1) Mercury and methylmercury analysis by GC-ICP-MS, CVAF and other techniques. 2) Other instrumental environmental analyses, potentially including GC, IC, LC-ICP-MS, ICP-OES, elemental analysis, and DOC analysis. 3) Field work on the biogeochemistry of Hg methylation. Candidates should be willing and able to do physical labor and to conduct field work under adverse conditions. The position may involve travel to field sites in the US and Canada.
REQUIREMENTS: M.S. in a relevant field (e.g. chemistry, geochemistry) or a B.S. plus two years of specific related experience in analytical chemistry is required. The successful candidate will have significant experience in analytical instrumental analysis, preferably analysis of trace metals. Other desirable skills include experience in trace–metal clean technique, experience setting up and using databases, experience with anaerobic techniques, Arc/GPS, and field biogeochemistry. Familiarity with data analysis in Excel and/or Access is needed. A current valid driver’s license is required, and a US or Canadian passport. The successful candidate must clear a thorough background investigation prior to employment.
SALARY: Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. The available position is a Smithsonian Trust position, funded through a variety of research grants including NSF, DOE and DOD support. This is NOT a federal position. The initial term of this appointment is 12 months and continued support is contingent upon successful performance and the continued availability of funding. This position includes full benefits, including annual and sick leave, access to health insurance and a 403(b) retirement plan. Experienced applicants are encouraged to apply.
TO APPLY: To apply, please email a cover letter, vita/resume, transcript(s), and contact information for at least 3 references to Cynthia Gilmour (gilmourc@si.edu). Evaluation of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The Smithsonian Institution is an equal opportunity employer.
For more information about SERC and the Microbial Ecology lab, please visit http://www.serc.si.edu/labs/microbial/index.aspx