Senior Luminescence Research Engineer
UT Tyler
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Job summary
The University of Texas at Arlington seeks a Lab Manager for the Luminescence Laboratory within the Earth and Environmental Sciences Department. You will prepare geological samples for luminescence dating, supervise students, and oversee daily lab operations, including the sample database.
You will develop novel dating methods, translate MATLAB to R for publications, and occasionally participate in field research campaigns.
Qualifications
- Master's degree in geology or a related field with 2 years of luminescence lab operations experience.
- Familiarity with laboratory safety protocols.
Responsibilities
- Train visitors and students on sample preparation, measurement, and data analysis.
- Develop SOPs with photos/videos documenting routine methods.
- Perform sample prep and luminescence measurements for external clients and generate final reports.
- Develop and refine luminescence dating methods for geomorphology.
- Troubleshoot Risø luminescence reader in collaboration with technical staff.
- Maintain lab organization and records; manage disposables and field equipment.
- Coordinate community outreach and a workshop on hard rock luminescence applications.
- Translate MATLAB functions to R for publications and migrate sample databases.
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The University of Texas at Arlington seeks a Lab Manager for the Luminescence Laboratory within the Earth and Environmental Sciences Department. You will prepare geological samples for luminescence dating, supervise students, and oversee daily lab operations, including the sample database.
You will develop novel dating methods, translate MATLAB to R for publications, and occasionally participate in field research campaigns.
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