LA-ICP-MS Lab Scientist: Isotopes & Geochemistry

University of Alaska; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Health insurance

Tuition waivers

Job summary

The Geophysical Institute at the University of Alaska Fairbanks seeks a Laboratory Scientist to establish and operate its LA-ICP-MS facility, including iCAP MS and laser-ablation systems. You will develop methods, train users, and deliver quality data for academic, government, and industry clients.

The role requires a Master’s in geoscience or related field and at least two years in LA-ICP-MS operations or equivalent, with a strong emphasis on analytical rigor and collaboration in a shared-use

Qualifications

• Master's degree in geoscience, geology, mineralogy, petrology, geochemistry, materials science, chemistry, or related field.
• Two (2) years of progressively responsible LA-ICP-MS operations or related experience, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate analytical methods for isotopic and trace-element analyses.
• Conduct isotopic and trace-element analyses of geological materials.
• Evaluate and reduce analytical data and prepare high-quality data products for users.

Skills

LA-ICP-MS ops

Analytical geochemistry

Lab-method development

Quality documentation

Education

MSc in geoscience/chemistry

Tools

iCAP triple-quadrupole MS

laser-ablation system

Job description

The Geophysical Institute at the University of Alaska Fairbanks seeks a Laboratory Scientist to establish and operate its LA-ICP-MS facility, including iCAP MS and laser-ablation systems. You will develop methods, train users, and deliver quality data for academic, government, and industry clients.

The role requires a Master’s in geoscience or related field and at least two years in LA-ICP-MS operations or equivalent, with a strong emphasis on analytical rigor and collaboration in a shared-use