Geochemical Lab Lead - ICP-MS, IC & Isotope Analysis

The University of Alabama; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Geochemical Laboratory Coordinator at The University of Alabama supports analytical planning for faculty and graduate students in Geological Sciences. The role involves precise analyses of aqueous and solid samples using ICP-OES, ICP-MS, LA-ICP-MS, and IC techniques, ensuring timely, accurate results.

Responsibilities include method development, instrument maintenance, QA/QC documentation, safety compliance, and training students and lab users to uphold high analytical standards.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in geochemistry or chemistry and two years of laboratory experience, or a doctorate in geochemistry or chemistry with lab experience.
• Experience with ICP-MS, ICP-OES, and isotope analysis in a lab setting.
• Knowledge of QA/QC, data management, and laboratory safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in determining analytical requirements for faculty and graduate students in Geological Sciences.
• Operate and maintain ICP-OES, ICP-MS, LA-ICP-MS, IC, and microwave digestion systems.
• Develop and validate analytical methods and manage QA/QC records; train lab users.

Skills

ICP-MS

ICP-OES

Isotope analysis

QA/QC

Lab safety

Education

Master's degree in geochemistry or chemistry

PhD in geochemistry or chemistry

Tools

Ion Chromatography

LA-ICP-MS

ICP-OES

Microwave digestion

Job description

The Geochemical Laboratory Coordinator at The University of Alabama supports analytical planning for faculty and graduate students in Geological Sciences. The role involves precise analyses of aqueous and solid samples using ICP-OES, ICP-MS, LA-ICP-MS, and IC techniques, ensuring timely, accurate results.

Responsibilities include method development, instrument maintenance, QA/QC documentation, safety compliance, and training students and lab users to uphold high analytical standards.