Geochemistry Mass Spectrometry Technician

University of St Andrews

St Andrews

Hybrid

GBP 39,000 - 46,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Relocation contribution
USS Pension (14.5%)
Hybrid work environment
Staff discounts
Free staff parking
Carshare and Cycle to Work
Salary sacrifice scheme
LinkedIn Learning access
Tuition reduction for staff
34 days annual leave + 5 publichols

Job summary

The University of St Andrews invites applications for a committed Research Technician to support a suite of specialised analytical facilities in the geochemistry laboratories of the School of Earth & Environmental Sciences. The role involves maintaining, operating, and troubleshooting mass spectrometers, developing methods, and ensuring safety.

The successful candidate will have a PhD in Earth Sciences, Chemistry or Physics with analytical-science expertise and will contribute to equipment

Qualifications

  • PhD required in Earth Sciences, Chemistry or Physics with expertise in analytical sciences.
  • Strong expertise in plasma-source instruments (solution and laser based) and clean sample preparation for ICP-MS/MC-ICP-MS.
  • Experience with gas-source mass spectrometry is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and operate the instruments; troubleshoot and repair as needed.
  • Develop and optimize analytical methods.
  • Manage purchase orders, train users and oversee safety protocols.

Skills

Instrument maintenance
Troubleshooting
Method development
Training users

Education

PhD in Earth/Chem/Phys

Tools

ICP-MS (QQQ 8900)
LA-LIBS system
MC-ICP-MS Nu Plasma
Gas-source MS experience

Job description

The University of St Andrews invites applications for a committed Research Technician to support a suite of specialised analytical facilities in the geochemistry laboratories of the School of Earth & Environmental Sciences. The role involves maintaining, operating, and troubleshooting mass spectrometers, developing methods, and ensuring safety.

The successful candidate will have a PhD in Earth Sciences, Chemistry or Physics with analytical-science expertise and will contribute to equipment

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