Luminescence Lab Scientist – Associate III
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Job summary
The Research Engineering Scientist III at The University of Texas at Arlington manages the Luminescence Laboratory within the Earth and Environmental Sciences Department. This role prepares geological samples for luminescence dating, supervises students and visitors, and maintains daily lab operations including the sample database.
You will develop and refine novel luminescence dating methods for geomorphology, translate MATLAB code to R for publication, and occasionally accompany field
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in geology with two years of luminescence laboratory operations experience, or an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience.
- Familiarity with laboratory safety protocols.
Responsibilities
- Train laboratory visitors and students on sample preparation and measurements.
- Develop SOPs with photos/videos documenting steps for routine lab methods.
- Perform fee-for-service work on samples from external users, including research collaborators and government clients.
- Develop and refine novel luminescence dating methods for geomorphology applications.
- Troubleshoot Risø luminescence reader with technical staff; maintain equipment and field gear.
- Assist with community outreach by organizing a 1-day workshop on hard rock applications of luminescence dating.
- Translate MATLAB thermochronology functions into R for publication in the Luminescence package.
- Migrate the existing sample database into Sparrow open-source data system.
- Occasionally join field research campaigns.
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The Research Engineering Scientist III at The University of Texas at Arlington manages the Luminescence Laboratory within the Earth and Environmental Sciences Department. This role prepares geological samples for luminescence dating, supervises students and visitors, and maintains daily lab operations including the sample database.
You will develop and refine novel luminescence dating methods for geomorphology, translate MATLAB code to R for publication, and occasionally accompany field
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