University of California at Los Angeles

W.M Keck Foundation Center for Isotope Geochemistry


Research Scientist

The W.M. Keck Foundation Center for Isotope Geochemistry at UCLA is seeking a research scientist to support day-to-day operation of its CAMECA ims 1270 ion microprobe. The Center hosts a team of faculty, researchers, and students engaged in wide-ranging geo- and cosmochemical studies, and is supported as a NSF National Facility for ion microprobe research (http://sims.ess.ucla.edu/). The new staff scientist will:(1) train and advise facility users; (2) carry out analysis programs designed by principal investigators; and (3) perform instrument alignment and maintenance tasks. Independent research is encouraged.

Applicants should have experience in ion microprobe analysis and be able to work collaboratively with a broad spectrum of geoscientists. A PhD in geochemistry or related (geochronology, cosmochemistry, biogeochemistry, material science, and/or environmental science) is preferred. Experience in application software development is desirable. The position is available immediately. Evaluation of applications will begin 11/01/07. Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with the candidate's prior experience. The University of California is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

Please e-mail resumes complete with current contact information for 3 or more references to search07X@ess.ucla.edu.