Postdoctoral Researcher - Noble Gas Geochemistry

Postdoctoral Researcher - Noble Gas Geochemistry

Job Title Postdoctoral Researcher - Noble Gas Geochemistry

The Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at Syracuse University seeks applicants for a Postdoctoral Researcher to assist in the management of the Noble Gas Geochemistry laboratory and perform noble gas geochemistry research. This is a fully funded, full-time, one-year position, subject to renewal. The candidate is expected to work in person.

The Noble Gas Geochemistry laboratory contains two state-of-the-art noble gas mass spectrometers (a Helix SFT and an Argus VI) and two extraction and purification lines (one for fluids and one for rocks). The laboratory will be able to analyze the full suite of noble gases in gas, water, and rock samples. The candidate will conduct experimental noble gas work in shallow and deep groundwater, natural gas, and rock samples.

The candidate will be expected to collaborate with faculty members in ongoing research projects with the possibility to conduct independent research. The successful candidate will also have the option to participate in teaching, including lectures and laboratory teaching of both undergraduate and graduate students.

Applicants should also have a demonstrated record of research and publication and hold a PhD in geochemistry or a related field before starting this position.

Applications will be evaluated as soon as they are received and the position will remain open until filled.

• Hold a Ph.D. in geochemistry or a related field before starting this position.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in research, evidenced by a solid publication record or significant research accomplishments.

• Comfortable in a diversity of programming environments and proactive at finding solutions and developing new methodologies.
• Experience with noble gas (or gas source) mass spectrometry, maintaining ultrahigh vacuum systems, programming in LabVIEW (or Python) and Qtegra, excellent written and oral communication skills, and a track record in academic publications.
• Solid knowledge of noble gas analysis procedures is desired but not required.

• Run samples and troubleshoot noble gas mass spectrometers.
• Build computational models of noble gas geochemistry results.
• Communicate results clearly both in oral and written formats, including talks, poster sessions, and journal articles.
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students, purchase supplies, participate in literature discussions, and contribute to writing proposals.
• Other duties as assigned.

In addition to completing an online application, please attach a curriculum vitae, cover letter, and a list of three references.

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