Mass Spectrometer Technician

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Mass Spectrometer Technician
- W: u* ^+ f) R$ xDepartment of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
Competition No.  -            S10799034
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Closing Date  -            Aug 11, 2009

Position Type  -            Full Time - Operating Funded
, B0 |  l8 Y( i& A  eSalary Range  -            $4,314 to $5,505 per month
Grade  -            10
Hours  -            35
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This position offers a comprehensive benefits package which can be viewed at: www.hrs.ualberta.ca.

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    * Provides technical support and husbandry of the Thermal Ionization Mass Spectrometer (TIMS) Laboratory
  }2 I, Q" {+ L! r, Z    * Performs isotopic analyses on a broad spectrum of chemical elements, including Pb, Os, Nd, Sr
* e( p8 A9 q4 O2 ~8 d2 o8 e    * Completes routine maintenance on the TIMS and auxiliary equipment, such as vacuum pumps
3 X2 t" \/ C( {! Q9 |/ r    * Performs data compilation, analysis and data reduction calculations
    * Trains users on the mass spectrometer and reduction calculations
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Qualifications
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    * Technical diploma in Physical Sciences, preferably Geological Sciences or equivalent; BSc in Geology or Chemistry is preferred
    * Specialized training on thermal ionization mass spectrometers, geochemical analyses, and instrumentation
    * Experience in an established research laboratory with demonstrated knowledge of lab safety regulations and procedures including general lab hygiene and specific safety protocols for thermal ionization mass spectrometers
    * WHMIS training
    * Computer competency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and programming experience would be an asset

How to Apply
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Apply Online

Note: Online applications are accepted until midnight Mountain Standard Time of the closing date.
Online     
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Mary-Jane Turnell
Dept of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
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University of Alberta
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Email     
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(780) 492-8190