Colleagues, We are conducting a search for a Scientific Assistant in the Stable Isotope Core Laboratory at Washington State University. To view the full description and apply online visit: https://www.wsujobs.com/postings/33810.
Position Details University Title Scientific Assistant Position Number 51720 Hiring Unit Stable Isotope Core Laboratory Work Location Pullman, WA Summary of Duties Assist the laboratory manager for the WSU stable isotope core facility. Help develop innovative approaches and methodologies in stable isotope analyses. Interact with the Laboratory Information Management database. Maintain facility web page. Ensure satisfactory operation of specialized research equipment to serve needs of the facility. Train personnel in preparation of samples and equipment usage. Supervise student workers. Maintain lab inventory and make lab orders. Implement laboratory QA/QC and safety protocols. In addition, the incumbent performs routine maintenance on specialized research equipment; analyzes and interprets initial equipment output; and schedules lab resources to process tasks at hand. This position supervises and delegates responsibilities to student workers in the laboratory. Additional Information The College of Arts and Sciences: We are the largest academic unit in the WSU system and a powerhouse of research, scholarly, and creative activity. Comprised of social, natural, and physical sciences, humanities, mathematics, and the arts, the college's foundational disciplines provide a strong framework for educational and research activities across the institution and fully support the University's goal to advance knowledge through innovative scholarship and research. We are united by the spirit of inquiry, dedicated to the pursuit of excellence, and strengthened by our service to the community. Required Qualifications A Bachelor's degree in an appropriate related scientific or engineering discipline and three (3) years of progressively responsible related professional research experience. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis. A Master's degree in an appropriate related scientific or engineering discipline may be substituted for up to one year of the required work experience. Additional Requirements -Experience in operation of stable isotope ratio mass spectrometers. -Experience in interacting with professional users of the facility. -Computer skills. Preferred Qualifications -Experience with other environmentally-based equipment. -Demonstrated Experience with database management. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Competitive benefits available, more details at hrs.wsu.edu/benefits Posting Detail Information Open Date 08/16/2017 Close Date 08/30/2017 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements. EEO Statement WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply. WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521(v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>. Posting Number 20133630P Thanks, Benjamin Harlow Manager, Stable Isotope Core Laboratory Washington State University 367 Eastlick | Pullman, WA 99164-4236 Office: 509-335-6161 | Lab: 509-335-6154 | Fax:509-335-3184 http://www.isotopes.wsu.edu<http://www.isotopes.wsu.edu/>
