I am posting this for a colleague so please respond to Sue Ziegler (see below).
Research Assistant We are seeking a laboratory research assistant to assist with a DOE funded project examining the impact of elevated CO2 on forest soil organic matter transformations. This project is part of an ongoing collaboration between Drs. Sharon Billings at the University of Kansas and Susan Ziegler at University of Arkansas. This project primarily will entail laboratory work, including soil incubations using 13C-labeled substrates and analysis of soils for carbon isotopic composition (d13C) of phospholipid fatty acids. Laboratory incubations will be conducted at University of Kansas while PLFA analyses will be conducted at University of Arkansas. The position may also require collection of soil samples from the Duke University FACTS site. The assistant will work closely with both graduate and undergraduate students primarily at the University of Arkansas but will occasionally visit the KU laboratory to participate in experimental set up and project discussions. Primary responsibilities will include: (1) sample preparation for stable isotope analyses at UASIL (http://www.uark.edu/ua/isotope), (2) solid phase extractions, (3) GC analysis including GCMS and GCIRMS, (4) data entry, (5) QA/QC monitoring and (6) laboratory maintenance. Potential for involvement with other ongoing projects related to biogeochemistry and global change exists depending upon abilities of the applicant. We seek applicants with a minimum of a B.S. in chemistry, biology, or related environmental science field. Strong preference will be given to those with experience with instrumental analysis and wet chemical approaches, previous experience performing related laboratory tasks and/or applicants possessing a relevant M.S.. Position is available February 1, 2006. The University of Arkansas is the major Ph.D. - granting institution in the State of Arkansas. It is located in Fayetteville (http://www.accessfayetteville.org/), a rapidly growing community of 53,000 situated in the Ozark Mountains in the northwest corner of the state. Cited in national surveys as one of the top ten cities in which to live, there are ample opportunities for cultural and recreational activities. Interested applicants should send a curriculum vitae and letter of interest to: Dr. Susan Ziegler, Associate Professor, Department of Biological Sciences, SCEN 632, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR 72701 ([EMAIL PROTECTED]). University of Arkansas is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and applications from women and minorities are encouraged. Susan Ziegler Associate Professor Department of Biological Sciences -632 Science-Engineering University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR 72701 479-575-6944 (6342 lab) fax. 479-575-4010 email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.uark.edu/~susanz
