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Assistant Research Scientist

College Station, TX💼 Full-time🗓 2026-07-22 → 2026-09-25

Core

Lead a laboratory and field program studying ocean trace metal chemistry and marine biogeochemical processes, managing research projects from sample collection to data interpretation.

Role type

Assistant Research Scientist (Laboratory & Field Program Manager)

Builds

Scientific publications, grant proposals, and research data on trace metal analytical methods, deep-sea mining, and polar oceanography.

Domain

Oceanography / Marine Biogeochemistry

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

trace metal geochemical analysis, shipboard sample collection, wet chemistry, ICP-MS, laboratory operations management, field expedition leadership, data interpretation, scientific writing, student mentoring

Preferred skills

trace metal clean room management, plasma mass spectrometry, isotope and speciation analyses, team leadership at sea

Responsibilities

Manage daily laboratory operations including the trace metal clean room; conduct trace metal analyses using wet chemistry and ICP-MS; lead or assist with field sampling operations and troubleshoot equipment; collect, process, and manage research samples with quality control; analyze and interpret data for publications and proposals; mentor students and train personnel in safety and methods.

Seniority

Mid-level IC with management responsibilities

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