Environment Analyst
Job Posting for Environment Analyst at Montana State University
We are seeking an aqueous analytical chemist who will manage a research and teaching laboratory focused on waters, soils, plant materials, organism tissues, and sediments. Applications from candidates with an MS or PhD are encouraged, and a combination of two part-time people may be selected to cover the duties described here.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Operating and maintaining instrumentation, including inductively coupled plasma-optical emission spectrometry, ion chromatography, flow-injection analysis, and combustion methods for total and dissolved carbon and nitrogen;
- Developing and documenting analytical and lab user protocols;
- Data development, quality assurance, and communicating results to end users and Lab Director;
- Teaching undergraduate and graduate students with limited analytical or chemistry background, through participation in an Environmental Analysis class, defined independent study projects for research credit, or work on shared data sets;
- Evaluating and supporting work of other lab users including graduate students, post-docs, and research staff;
- Contributing to grant proposals to fund instrumentation and salary;
- Managing analysis requests with proper invoicing, effective workflow, and quality control documentation;
- Tracking and reporting operations costs (invoiced totals, total expenses, labor costs, expendable costs, instrument repairs, etc.);
- Maintaining the processes and documentation required for lab safety and waste disposal.
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
- MS or PhD in analytical chemistry, biogeochemistry, hydrology, or a related field,
- Comprehensive experience with instrumentation and rigorous data development and management.
- Experience with teaching analytical chemistry or related topics.
Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
- Demonstrated experience in quantitative analysis and mastery of standard instrumentation including inductively coupled plasma spectrometry, ion chromatography, flow-injection analysis, and other routine analytical techniques.
- Interest and experience in developing computer code for efficient automated lab work flows for QA/QC and data delivery to customers.
- Research experience in biogeochemistry and analysis of inorganic constituents in natural and managed soil and water systems.
- Experience with quality control-quality assurance programs and documentation of standard operating procedures.
- Demonstrated ability and/or interest in teaching and interaction with graduate and undergraduate students.
- Ability and interest in development and application of novel analytical techniques.
The Successful Candidate Will
- Contribute to defining the mission and impact of the Environmental Analysis Laboratory;
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing;
- Work cooperatively with an interdisciplinary group of environmental science faculty and students to positively contribute to research and teaching programs.
Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
Continued employment is contingent upon funding availability.
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Physical Demands
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
This position has supervisory duties?
No
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
Upon completion of a successful search
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
Close Date
Applications will be:
Screening of applications will begin on April 4, 2024; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
Special Instructions
Diversity Statement
Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
MSU’s Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Website: https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment/dualcareer.html
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