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Associate Research Scientist

College Station, TX💼 Full-time🗓 2026-07-28 → 2026-09-25

Core

Oversee daily operations, maintenance, and user support for a radiogenic isotope geosciences laboratory, providing technical expertise in geochemistry and instrument optimization.

Role type

Associate Research Scientist (Laboratory Operations & Instrumentation)

Builds

Radiogenic Isotope Geosciences Laboratory analytical capabilities and data quality

Domain

Geology / Geochemistry / Mass Spectrometry

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure

Required skills

Radiogenic isotope geochemistry, inorganic geochemistry, clean laboratory protocols, ICP-MS operation, MC-ICP-MS operation, TIMS operation, HR-ICP-MS operation, laser ablation systems, method development, data quality assurance, instrument troubleshooting, preventive maintenance

Preferred skills

Mass spectrometer software proficiency, laboratory hardware tools, strategic planning, facility design

Technologies

ICP-MS, MC-ICP-MS, TIMS, HR-ICP-MS, laser ablation systems

Responsibilities

Conduct routine preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment; Train and support laboratory users including students and postdocs; Provide technical support for research activities and sample analysis; Assist in developing new laboratory methods; Perform sample analyses and report results; Oversee day-to-day facility operations including invoicing and procurement

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

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