Senior Research Technician: Biogeochemistry
I seek an experienced research technician with expertise in aquatic
biogeochemical fieldwork and laboratory analysis to supervise the overall
operation of a biogeochemical research lab in the Marine Sciences Department
at the University of Georgia in Athens. Duties include setting up a new lab,
supervising other research technicians, conducting chemical analyses, field
sampling, data reduction and statistical analysis, report and manuscript
preparation, and assisting graduate students and postdocs with research.
Fieldwork can involve strenuous physical activity under unpleasant
conditions for long hours over several days.
Qualifications: master's degree in science, preferably in aquatic ecology or
oceanography. Expertise in all of the following areas desirable: use of
modem oceanographic and stream sampling equipment; remote sensors and data
loggers; small boat use; data analysis and statistical software; SCUBA
diving; nutrient analysis; standard biogeochemical laboratory
instrumentation and analysis; and GIS.
Current projects in Massachusetts and Georgia include an NSF Ecosystems
project examining how N cycling scales along river order, an NSF
Biocomplexity project examining the effects of water level variation on the
development of nutrient retention "hot-spots" in river networks and the
interaction of freshwater discharge, nutrient loading and clams on estuarine
eutrophication, and an NSF LTER project examining the effects of land use
and climate change and sea level rise on trophic structure and productivity
of an estuarine ecosystem. Future projects are expected to examine carbon
dynamics of continental shelf systems.
Position available immediately with initial applicant screening expected by
mid-January 2008. Starting salary range is $36,000-$45,000 per year, plus
excellent benefits. Appointment expected to be decadal in length.
The University of Georgia is located in the university town of Athens, about
70 miles east of Atlanta. Quality of life is high, cost of living
inexpensive and the city boasts a progressive music scene. The University
has distinguished marine, ecological, geologic, geographic, and anthropology
research programs and operates two Long-Term Ecological Research (LTER)
projects.
Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, and names and contact
information of 3 persons willing to serve as a reference to: The University
of Georgia, Human Resources, Athens, GA. 30602 REF: Research Professional III
http://www.hr.uga.edu/recruitment/employment/Employment.html
Dr. Charles S. Hopkinson
Department of Marine Sciences
University of Georgia
Athens, GA 30602
