Essential Functions
- Prepare seafloor rock samples for geochemical analysis, including sample mounting, polishing, documentation, and related laboratory preparation tasks.
- Conduct analyses using secondary ion mass spectrometry (SIMS), electron microprobe analysis (EPMA), and laser-ablation inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (LA-ICP-MS).
- Process, quality-check, organize, and interpret analytical data.
- Maintain accurate records of sample preparation procedures, analytical conditions, results, and data-processing workflows.
- Collaborate with researchers at WHOI, IPGP, and Bowling Green State University to support project goals.
- Assist with troubleshooting analytical methods, instrument workflows, and data-quality issues.
- Contribute to the preparation of figures, tables, reports, presentations, and manuscripts as needed.
- Follow established laboratory safety protocols and contribute to maintaining a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment.
Education & Experience
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in geology, geochemistry, earth sciences, chemistry, materials science, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience preparing geological or mineral samples for laboratory analysis.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established laboratory procedures.
- Ability to organize, process, and maintain scientific datasets.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a multi-institutional research environment.
Preferred:
- Hands-on experience with one or more of the following techniques: SIMS, EPMA, and/or LA-ICP-MS.
- Experience working with seafloor rocks, mantle rocks, oceanic lithosphere samples, or other geological materials.
- Familiarity with geochemical data processing, quality control, and data visualization.
- Experience using scientific software or programming tools for data analysis.
- Prior experience in an academic, research, or analytical laboratory setting.
Salary range: $22.08/hr – $28.33/hr
