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Job Description - Isotope Laboratory Technician (ILT) (24001374)
Department of Earth Sciences
Open-Ended/Permanent - Full Time
Contract Duration
N/A
Closing Date
20-Oct-2024, 10:59:00 PM
Disclosure and Barring Service Requirement: Not Applicable.
The University
At Durham University we are proud of our people. A globally outstanding centre of educational excellence, a collegiate community of extraordinary people, a unique and historic setting – Durham is a university like no other. We believe that inspiring our people to do outstanding things at Durham enables Durham people to do outstanding things professionally and personally.
The Durham Geochemistry Centre (DGC) has a strong history in isotope geochemistry, having been a trailblazer in the development of MC-ICP-MS technology in the mid-1990s. Present facilities at DGC include two MC-ICP-MS Neptunes, three Thermal Ionisation Mass Spectrometers (TIMS), and a suite of instruments for elemental concentration analyses. The facilities and technical expertise for isotope ratio measurement support multi-disciplinary research across Durham University and beyond.
The Isotope Laboratory Technician will work alongside the lab manager and academic staff members on a day-to-day basis to:
- Maintain the clean laboratories and troubleshoot laboratory issues.
- Provide clean laboratory and mass spectrometry training and supervision to established and new internal and external users.
- Work with all users to develop and establish new laboratory and instrumentation procedures.
- Lead on routine radiogenic isotope analysis.
- Conduct their own research as time allows.
- Oversee clean laboratory chemistry orders and budgeting.
- Work with the lab manager on health and safety protocols.
- Provide support for trace element analysis, other duties permitting.
Working at Durham
A competitive salary is only one part of the many fantastic benefits you will receive if you join the University:
- 30 Days annual leave per year in addition to 8 public holidays and 4 customary days per year.
- The University closes between Christmas and New Year.
- Generous pension scheme.
- Parking across campus and a cycle to work scheme.
- Comprehensive range of development courses and access to qualifications.
- Support for health and wellbeing including discounted membership for sport and gym facilities.
- On-site nursery and access to holiday camps for children.
- Family friendly policies, including maternity and adoption leave.
- Opportunity to take part in staff volunteering activities.
- Discounts available via the benefits portal.
Durham University is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion
Our collective aim is to create an open and inclusive environment where everyone can reach their full potential. We welcome and encourage applications from members of groups who are under-represented in our workforce.
What you need to demonstrate when you apply/Person Specification
When you apply it is important that you let us know what skills/experience you have from a similar role and/or what skills/experience you have which would make you right for this role. Your application should cover the following criteria:
Qualifications/Experience
- Educated to postgraduate (MSc or PhD) level or to have completed the postgraduate qualification by the start date of the contract.
- Experience in inorganic isotope ratio mass spectrometry: MC-ICPMS and/or TIMS.
- Experience in wet chemistry.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong digital competence and data processing skills.
- Ability to share and discuss best practice and develop strong working relationships.
Skills/Abilities/Knowledge
- Committed to continuing professional development.
- Ability to solve problems, prioritise, and plan appropriate solutions in mass spectrometry and clean laboratories.
- Ability to train others on mass spectrometry and clean laboratory technical skills.
- Knowledge and/or experience of ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Interest or experience in troubleshooting instrument and/or laboratory infrastructure problems.
- Experience with coding to assist in data reduction routines.
- Prior experience of training and supervision of lab users.
How to Apply
To progress to the assessment stage, candidates must evidence each of the essential criteria required for the role. We prefer to receive applications online.
What you need to submit
- A CV including publications if applicable.
- A supporting statement or covering letter outlining how you meet all of the criteria within the Person Specification.
- Statement outlining your thoughts on the importance of collegiality, teamwork and maintaining equality, diversity and inclusion.
Please note that in submitting your application Durham University will be processing your data. We would ask you to consider the relevant University Privacy Statement.
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