Dear Colleagues, Please distribute the following ad to students/colleagues who may be interested. We are searching for a research technician to work on a recently funded NASA-IDS project examining historical (land use) and projected (climate) changes in carbon and nutrient fluxes from the major river systems in Maine, USA, and New Brunswick, Canada, to the Gulf of Maine. We will begin reviewing applications March 1, 2011.
All the best, Phil Camill Program Director, Environmental Studies Earth and Oceanographic Science Department Bowdoin College ___ Bowdoin College (Brunswick, Maine) invites applications for a Research Technician to work in the department of Earth and Oceanographic Science and the Environmental Studies Program. This technician will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the field sampling and lab analyses associated with a funded NASA IDS project. This is approximately a three-year grant-funded position. Requirements: A B.S./B.A. in Chemistry, Geology, Biology, Environmental Science or closely related field is required. Applicants must possess: a working ability with basic laboratory analytical skills; computer proficiency; strong organizational and communication skills; the ability to work independently or in teams; and the ability to mentor undergraduate students in the lab. Previous experience with lab analyses is required. Some chemistry coursework or research experience preferred. Must have a willingness to participate in field work and an understanding of and familiarity with using specific instrument capabilities like HPLC, spectrophotometry, nutrient autoanalysis, and total C/N analysis, with the ability to step into a laboratory setting quickly with minimal training in these techniques. To apply please visit https://careers.bowdoin.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=51234 and complete an online application for the position. Paper or emailed applications will not be considered. If you have questions about this process, please call (207) 725-3923 or email [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>. Bowdoin College is committed to equality through affirmative action, and is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage inquiries from candidates who will enrich and contribute to the cultural and ethnic diversity of our College. Bowdoin College does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, or disability status in employment, or in our education programs.
