Reference #: REQ_0000060630 APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.

CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.

If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: The Laboratory for Isotopes and Metals in the Environment (LIME), part of the Earth and Environmental Systems Institute at the Penn State University Park campus, seeks an ICP-AES specialist. Among other analytical equipment, LIME maintains a Thermo Scientific iCAP 7400 Inductively Coupled Plasma Atomic/Optical Emission Spectrometer. This instrument is used by researchers at Penn State, at other academic institutions, and in industry and governmental organizations.

Responsibilities The ICP-AES specialist will perform laboratory techniques related to the operation of ICP-AES. Full instrument-specific training on all methods will be provided.

The successful candidate will:

Perform wet chemical techniques for sample preparation, including acid digestion of liquid, experimental, and natural solid samples.

Maintain and operate the ICP-AES.

Evaluate data quality and report geochemical analyses collected from the ICP-AES.

Develop sample preparation techniques and analytical methods for the ICP-AES.

Manage the quote and invoicing responsibilities associated with the ICP-AES.

Utilize ion chromatography systems.

Assist in managing a wet chemistry lab, including maintaining equipment (i.e., balances) and supplies (e.g., labware).

Ensure chemical safety and waste management follow Penn State Environmental Health and Safety protocols.

Train new users (including undergraduate and graduate students with diverse experiences) of analytical instruments and/or lab procedures.

Supervise student employees in wet chemistry tasks.

Work in a multi-disciplinary shared research/contract laboratory.

The ICP-AES specialist will be part of a team of analysts and will bring professionalism, dependability, and safety consciousness to the job. The specialist will report to the LIME Executive Director and will work closely with the LIME Scientific Director and Facility Director.

Qualifications The successful candidate could hold an M.S. or terminal degree by appointment start date in geochemistry, chemistry, geosciences, environmental sciences, or a related discipline, and at least one year of relevant research experience in routine operation and general maintenance of ICP-AES; or an equivalent level of relevant experience. Examples of relevant experience are described in the responsibilities above. Candidates should also be able to communicate effectively and work collaboratively in teams.

Interested candidates should submit the following with their application:

An application cover letter highlighting the relevant experience for the position.

A curriculum vitae including educational background, employment history, and a list of publications, research projects worked, and the role played in those projects.

Contact information for three professional references.

Questions about the position can be directed to Kimberly Lau (kvlau@psu.edu) and Matt Fantle (msf17@psu.edu).

The Pennsylvania State University's College of Earth and Mineral Sciences takes an active role in building a talented, inclusive, and culturally competent workforce. We understand that our shared future is guided by basic principles of fairness, mutual respect, and commitment to each other. Applicants should provide evidence, either woven through their applic tion materials or as a separate diversity statement, of a commitment to fostering diversity, equity, inclusive excellence, and belonging and of engagement which creates an inclusive environment in their department/workplace.

This is a full-time, term appointment funded for one year from the date of hire with an excellent possibility of renewal pending available funding and satisfactory performance. This position will be filled as a non-tenure research faculty with a 48-week appointment. Candidates with a master's degree or equivalent by start date will be appointed to the rank of Researcher. Candidates with a terminal degree or equivalent by the start date will be appointed to the rank of Assistant Research Professor. If hired, qualified candidates could have opportunities for promotion and advancement with an appointment as a non-tenure-track faculty member.

Ideal start date: January 6, 2025 (negotiable)

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

EEO IS THE LAW

Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Affirmative Action Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines University Park, PA

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.