Analytical Instrumentation Lab Scientist - Geoscience

University of Alaska; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Health insurance

Generous leave and holidays

Tuition waivers for UAF courses

Job summary

The Geophysical Institute at the University of Alaska Fairbanks invites applications for an Analytical Instrumentation Laboratory Scientist. This full-time, exempt role provides support for university research, student training, and externally sponsored projects within advanced analytical facilities.

You will operate electron microprobe analysis, SEM, XRF, XRD, and Raman systems; develop methods, prepare geological samples, train facility users, and maintain safety and quality documentation in a

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in geoscience, geology, mineralogy, petrology, geochemistry, materials science, chemistry, or related field (or equivalent).
• Minimum of 2 years operating advanced analytical instruments, developing lab methods, and interpreting data or supporting a shared-use facility.
• PhD degree in a related field is preferred.
• Experience with NSF or federal grant reporting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced preparation, characterization, and analysis of geological materials.
• Develop and validate analytical methods; evaluate and organize analytical data.
• Draft reports and summaries; train students and researchers; ensure quality and safety documentation.
• Collaborate with principal investigators and stakeholders on analytical approaches for mineral and earth-material applications.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data interpretation

Laboratory safety

Education

Master’s degree in geoscience or closely related field

PhD degree preferred

Tools

Electron microprobe

Scanning electron microscopy

X-ray fluorescence

X-ray diffraction

Raman spectroscopy

Job description

The Geophysical Institute at the University of Alaska Fairbanks invites applications for an Analytical Instrumentation Laboratory Scientist. This full-time, exempt role provides support for university research, student training, and externally sponsored projects within advanced analytical facilities.

You will operate electron microprobe analysis, SEM, XRF, XRD, and Raman systems; develop methods, prepare geological samples, train facility users, and maintain safety and quality documentation in a