What are the responsibilities and job description for the Postdoctoral Researcher - Earth & Environmental Sciences position at Syracuse University?
Job #
077207
Job Title
Postdoctoral Researcher - Earth & Environmental Sciences
Location
Syracuse, NY
Pay Range
commensurate with experience
FLSA Status
Exempt
Hours
as determined by supervisor
Job Type
Full-time
Rank
Post Doc
Campus
Syracuse, NY
Unionized Position Code
Not Applicable
Job Description
The Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at Syracuse University seeks applicants for a Postdoctoral Researcher position to assist in the management of the noble gas geochemistry laboratory and performing noble gas geochemistry research. This is a fully funded, full-time, 1-year position, renewable up to 3 years. The candidate is expected to work in person. The noble gas geochemistry laboratory contains two state-of-the-art noble gas mass spectrometers (a Helix SFT and an Argus VI) and two extraction and purification lines (one for fluids and one for rocks). The noble gas geochemistry laboratory will be able to analyze the full suite of noble gases in gas, water, and rock samples. The candidate will conduct experimental noble gas work in shallow and deep groundwater, natural gas, and rock samples. The candidate will be expected to collaborate with faculty members in ongoing research projects with the possibility to conduct independent research. The successful candidate will also have the option to participate in teaching, including lectures and laboratory teaching of both undergraduate and graduate students.
Applications will be evaluated as soon as they are received, and the position will remain open until filled.
Qualifications
Candidates should have a Ph.D. in geochemistry or a related field before starting this position.
Job Specific Qualifications
The ideal candidate should be comfortable in a diversity of programming environments and proactive at finding solutions and developing new methodologies.
The successful candidate will also have experience with noble gas (or gas source) mass spectrometry, maintaining ultrahigh vacuum systems, programming in LabVIEW (or Python) and Qtegra, excellent written and oral communication skills, and a track record in academic publications.
A solid knowledge of noble gas analysis procedures is desired but not required.
Responsibilities
- Run samples and troubleshoot noble gas mass spectrometers.
- Build computational models of noble gas geochemistry results.
- Communicate results clearly both in oral and written formats including talks, poster sessions, and journal articles.
- Mentor graduate and undergraduate students, purchase supplies, participate in literature discussions, and contribute to writing proposals.
- Other duties as assigned.
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Physical Requirements
Tools/Equipment
Application Instructions
In addition to completing an online application, please attach: 1) a curriculum vitae, 2) a cover letter, and 3) contact information for three references. The cover letter (< 2 pages) should include a summary of your past research experience with a particular emphasis on your experience with noble gas mass spectrometry, your future professional & research interests, and how these will help you to contribute to this project. The cover letter should also include a brief statement about your commitment to and ability to engage with issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and nearly 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors and 100 minors offered through 13 schools and colleges; nearly 15,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit www.syracuse.edu.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors and 100 minors offered through 13 schools and colleges; nearly 15,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit www.syracuse.edu.
About the Syracuse area
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
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