To those on the isogeochem and geocosmo lists: I would appreciate your distributing this job posting to any and all who might be interested. The position is grant supported and there are currently 18 months of funding available to support salary with more in the works. The technician will be processing samples in my lab which has been running for three years and is currently getting new fume hoods. The salary is set by the University and is non-negotiable but Burlington is a great place to live. Some years it even snows here! To learn more about UVM, the Geology Department and the laboratory in particular, check out the following web pages: http://www.uvm.edu/ http://beluga.uvm.edu/geowww/geohome.html http://beluga.uvm.edu/geowww/cosmolab.html Paul Bierman Geology Department University of Vermont Burlington, VT 05405 Thanks for your help. JOB OPPORTUNITY GEOLOGY DEPARTMENT UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT LABORATORY TECHNICIAN 1 ($18,984) The technician will prepare geologic samples for 10-Be and 26-Al isotopic analyses by grinding, sieving, acid etching, mineral separation and dissolution. The technician will be responsible for sample tracking and data entry as well as maintaining laboratory equipment and inventory. The processed samples will be taken to Livermore National Laboratory where the technician will occasionally assist with isotopic analyses. Limited fieldwork is possible if the candidate is interested. The job requires at least a BA or BS degree in the sciences or the equivalent of education and experience. Chemical laboratory and computer skills are highly desirable. The individual selected to fill this position must have the highest attention to detail and quality including the maintenance of a clean, efficient, and safe chemical work space. Please submit application material including a cover letter, detailed C.V. and the phone numbers of references directly to the Employment Office, Room 232, Waterman Building, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT 05405. Please address hiring questions to (802) 656-3494. Technical questions may be addressed to [log in to unmask] Applications will be considered starting January 21, 1997 until the position is filled. Paul Bierman (802) 656-4411 (v) Geology Department (802) 656-0045 (fax) University of Vermont geomorphology, isotope geology, Burlington, VT 05405 water, paleoneutrons and old dirt