Paleoclimate Lab Assistant II – Isotope Analysis

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of New Mexico invites applications for a Lab Assistant II in the Earth and Planetary Sciences department. The student will join the NSF-funded paleotemperature project, responsible for analyzing samples in the UNM Radiogenic Isotope Lab, obtaining uranium-series ages, and supporting clumped isotope analyses.

In addition to specialized work, the assistant will perform general lab duties and participate in data analyses and the generation of publications related to the project.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a degree seeking program at UNM.
• Enrolled at least half-time (6 hours) at UNM for fall and spring semesters.
• If Work Study, must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress.

Responsibilities

• Analyze samples in the UNM Radiogenic Isotope Lab to obtain uranium-series ages.
• Perform clumped isotope analyses in the University of Michigan Isopaleo Lab.
• Contribute to general lab duties and participate in data analyses and publications.

Job description

The University of New Mexico invites applications for a Lab Assistant II in the Earth and Planetary Sciences department. The student will join the NSF-funded paleotemperature project, responsible for analyzing samples in the UNM Radiogenic Isotope Lab, obtaining uranium-series ages, and supporting clumped isotope analyses.

In addition to specialized work, the assistant will perform general lab duties and participate in data analyses and the generation of publications related to the project.