Job Description
University of California Irvine AMS Scientist
Position overview Salary range: 74,100 - 195,000
Application Window Open date: October 17, 2024
Most recent review date: Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date: Monday, Mar 31, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description Project Scientist opportunity - KCCAMS facility The W. M. Keck Carbon Cycle Accelerator Mass Spectrometer (KCCAMS) facility at the University of California (UC), Irvine is searching for a scientist to assist with the operation, maintenance, and further development of its accelerator mass spectrometers.
The KCCAMS facility conducts radiocarbon measurements in support of carbon cycle, climate change, and air quality research. It provides services to researchers within the University of California and beyond, and educates its user community by hosting researchers in its laboratories, and organizing and teaching courses. The facility consists of the KCCAMS sample preparation laboratory and four laboratories focused on terrestrial/atmospheric, marine, and paleoclimate research. It operates two accelerator mass spectrometers (NEC 0.5 MV 1.5SDH-2 and Ionplus 0.2 MV MICADAS) for radiocarbon analysis of graphite targets and carbon dioxide gas.
The KCCAMS facility seeks an individual, interested in longer-term employment, to operate, maintain, and further develop the 0.5 MV AMS, and assist in the maintenance of the MICADAS. The ideal candidate would also support the overall success of the facility by contributing to radiocarbon data analysis, sample processing, communication with facility users, training, methods development, and the operation of other facility instrumentation.
The successful candidate is expected to devote approximately 80% of their time to the operation, maintenance, and development of the accelerators, and 20% conducting research, mentoring students and postdocs, training visiting researchers, laboratory safety, and performing other duties for the facility as needed.
Salary will be commensurate with experience and would start at $74,100 plus benefits. The position will be initially for 1 year, renewable dependent on job performance. Review of applicants will begin in October 2024 and remain open until filled.
Qualifications Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Candidates are expected to have a background in accelerator mass spectrometry (AMS) physics or chemistry with a proven disposition toward experimental techniques and applications related to process logistics and optimization, ion optics, handling high voltages, electronics, vacuums, and programming.
Preference will be given to candidates with an advanced degree, Ph.D. or Ms. degree in physics, radiochemistry or similar AMS-related field, or expected to obtain it before employment.
Application Requirements Document requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Statement of Research - Please provide a statement that outlines technical and, or research skills, experiences, and interests.
Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration Form - All applicants of academic positions at the University of California, Irvine must download, complete, sign, and upload the following form with their application: Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration Form
Misc / Additional (Optional)
Reference requirements - 3-5 required (contact information only)
Apply link: About UC Irvine The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC anti-discrimination policy.
As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.
- 'Misconduct' means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
Job location Irvine, CA
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