A research associate position in natural abundance isotope biogeochemistry is available beginning summer 2006 in the School of Marine Science, VIMS, College of Wm. & Mary. The successful individual will assist in the collection and preparation of samples for C-14, C-13 and N-15 analyses of dissolved, colloidal, particulate, and sedimentary organic and inorganic materials, including the operation and maintenance of vacuum extraction lines and graphite target preparation for isotope ratio mass spectrometry and accelerator mass spectrometry. Familiarity with other standard analytical techniques (e.g., organic and inorganic C, N and P, oxygen, alkalinity, etc.) in fresh and marine waters, as well as with organic separation and/or microbial ecological techniques, is highly desirable. The position also requires extensive fieldwork using small boats in rivers and estuaries, as well as on ships in coastal ocean waters for up to 2-3 weeks at a time. The successful individual will! i! deally have an undergraduate degree in chemistry or biology, and/or a master's degree in some area of aquatic or marine geochemistry or biogeochemistry. Previous experience in isotope geochemistry, as well as prior technical experience in a biogeochemistry lab and fieldwork with small boat handling is considered an asset.
This position will be filled for a minimum of 3 years. Starting pay will be $30,000 to 36,000 per year based on the level of experience. Full health and retirement benefits are included. The position will remain open until filled. Interested individuals should send a letter of interest and experience, curriculum vitae, and names, addresses (including e-mail addresses) and phone numbers of 3 references to: Dr. James Bauer School of Marine Science Virginia Institute of Marine Science College of William and Mary Route 1208 Gloucester Point, VA 23062-1346 phone: (804) 684-7136 e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Jim Bauer Professor School of Marine Science/VIMS College of William and Mary Route 1208 Gloucester Point, VA 23062-1346 Phone: (804) 684-7136 email: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
