Onsite ICP-MS Research Scientist – Isotopic Analysis

Stanford Reglab; United States; On-site; USD 127,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability’s SIGMA lab is seeking a Research and Development Scientist and Engineer to advance isotopic analysis via ICP‑MS and laser ablation. You will work with Stanford researchers, design methods, prepare samples, calibrate instruments, and process data while upholding stringent QA/QC standards in a clean lab.

The role involves coordinating daily lab operations, ensuring safety, and collaborating across interdisciplinary teams on geochronology and climate

Qualifications

• Bachelors’ degree in related natural sciences and 3 years of experience.
• Thorough knowledge of quantitative characterization of materials.
• Demonstrated project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical and methodological solutions to complex problems.
• Provide technical direction and training to lab users.
• Support research programs with sample selection, calibration, prep, and data processing.
• Collaborate with staff to optimize operations using laser ablation and solution modes.
• Design new analytical methods to meet user needs.
• Uphold data quality standards and workflows.
• Coordinate daily operations, purchases, and maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements, including handling of hazardous materials.

Skills

Analytical thinking and problem‑solv

Project management

Laboratory techniques

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geochemistry/Environmental Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry

Master’s degree in Geochemistry/Environmental Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry

Tools

ICP‑MS

Laser ablation ICP‑MS

Ion‑exchange chromatography

Clean lab digestion techniques

Matlab

Python

R

C++

Job description

Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability’s SIGMA lab is seeking a Research and Development Scientist and Engineer to advance isotopic analysis via ICP‑MS and laser ablation. You will work with Stanford researchers, design methods, prepare samples, calibrate instruments, and process data while upholding stringent QA/QC standards in a clean lab.

The role involves coordinating daily lab operations, ensuring safety, and collaborating across interdisciplinary teams on geochronology and climate