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Yale's online job link: 
http://www.yale.edu/hronline/stars/application/external/index.html
STARS Req ID (~half way down page): 4718BR

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    Stable isotopes laboratory technician in Yale University
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    The department of Geology & Geophysics at Yale Univeristy is looking
    to hire a full time laboratory technician to work in an
    interdepartmental Stable Isotopes laboratory. The laboratory
    includes 5 gas source mass spectrometers with peripherals including
    EA, TC-EA, gas bench, GCs, dual inlet. The laboratory technician
    will work together with the current laboratory manager.

    Below is the formal job description. Application should be done
    formally through Yale human resources but to make it easier please
    contact either: Danny Rye, Hagit Affek, or Gerry Olack
    ([log in to unmask], [log in to unmask], [log in to unmask] ).



    Essential Duties    
    1. Using complex and highly sophisticated integrated instrument and
    computer systems, independently perform detailed isotopic analyses
    of both bulk materials and specific compounds. Identify anomalies in
    each of the instruments and the computer software; make
    recommendations and implement improvement in protocols and data
    reduction.
    2. With minimal supervision and with a thorough knowledge of stable
    isotope instruments and techniques, work with researchers to
    implement and establish new protocols to meet the aims of scientific
    investigators.
    3. Train, coordinate and participate in a variety of routine and
    complex technical procedures and activities related to stable
    isotope research.
    4. Participate in the review of all data. Verify and maintain the
    accuracy of data and records of data and instrument use.
    5. Interact regularly with a multidisciplinary group of researchers
    that includes students, post-docs and faculty; provide guidance and
    training in critical areas of procedures and data acquisition using
    sophisticated instruments; work with researchers to develop and
    implement new protocols to meet investigators aims.
    6. Manage laboratory organization and work with the lab manager to
    oversee and control the utilization and availability of laboratory
    supplies and work areas.
    7. Maintain inventory of expendables and work with the lab manager
    to perform routine and unscheduled maintenance of equipment
    8. Be involved in the development of results, preparation of data
    and writing of scientific literature.
    9. In the absence of the Lab Manager, oversee all aspects of
    laboratory operation.
    10. Participate and present information and reports at lab meetings.

    Education and Experience    
    1. Two years of related work experience in the same job family and a
    Bachelor's Degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination
    of experience and education.

    Additional Education and Experience    
    1. Bachelor's Degree in science and two years work experience in a
    stable isotope laboratory, or an equivalent combination of
    experience and education.
    2. Preferred: Two years experience and a high level of expertise
    with continuous flow isotope ratio mass spectrometry; Master's
    Degree in Science.

    Skills & Abilities    
    1. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
    2. Knowledge of scientific theory required to design protocols for
    laboratory/scientific research.
    3. Practical experience using and high level of familiarity with the
    isotope ratio mass spectrometry control software.
    4. Ability to provide work guidance, instruction or orientation of
    others. Well developed communication skills; ability to favorably
    interact with and train and guide a diverse group of faculty, staff,
    researchers and students.
    5. Continually maintain several flexible automated high-throughput
    input devices to the mass spectrometers. Ability to troubleshoot and
    facilitate repairs to complex instrument-computer systems.
    6. Preferred: Strong laboratory/scientific techniques and procedures
    related to high throughput technology.




Danny M. Rye, Professor, Department of Geology
and Geophysics, Yale University, P.O. Box 208109
New Haven CT 06520-8109 USA
Phone: 203-432-3174
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Editor, American Journal of Science: [log in to unmask]
Director of the YIBS Earth System Center for Stable
Isotopic Studies


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Hagit P. Affek

Assistant professor

Yale University, Dept. of Geology & Geophysics

210 Whitney Ave.

PO Box 208109

New Haven, CT 06520-8109

phone: 203-432-3761