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The University of Texas at Austin - Jackson School of Geosciences

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Research Scientist Associate IV or V (depending on qualifications)

The Department of Geological Sciences in the Jackson School of Geosciences at the University of Texas at Austin seeks a scientist to oversee and run its Electron Microbeam Facilities. This lab serves a diverse community of researchers in the areas of igneous and metamorphic petrology, sedimentary petrology, structural petrology, geomicrobiology, paleontology, hydrology, and reservoir characterization. This scientist will maintain the facilities at full functionality, develop and improve analytical routines, train new and continuing users of the facilities, and participate in a graduate-level course in electron microbeam analytical techniques. The laboratory consists of a JEOL 8200 electron microprobe (both JEOL software and Probe for Windows® are installed), a Philips/FEI XL 30 ESEM (including CL and EBSD), a JEOL JSM6490LV SEM, and a Brüker D8 Advance X-Ray diffractometer. The minimum requirement is a Master of Science degree in geological sciences, material sciences, or a related field, and experience in operating electron microbeam instrumentation and in quantitative electron microprobe analysis. The preferred candidate will hold a Ph.D. in one of the above fields and have experience in ESEM operation, EBSD analysis, in training users in the operation of such facilities, and have working knowledge of both JEOL and Probe for Windows software. This position is permanent and fully funded, with salary level competitive and commensurate with qualifications. The option to pursue independent funding and to engage in independent research is open and negotiable.

Interested applicants should send, in electronic form, (1) a letter detailing their qualifications, (2) a resume or CV, and (3) names and contact information for three persons who could provide evaluations of suitability for the position, to Tinley Hald, HR Coordinator/Department of Geological Sciences, at thald@jsg.utexas.edu. Review of applications will begin on July 1, 2008, and continue until the position is filled. Applicants are also required to create an employment application through the University’s Recruiting and Staffing website, http://www.utexas.edu/hr/empl/index.html.

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The University of Texas at Austin is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posted 22/05/2008

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    Last updated: 22 May 2008