Assistant Laboratory Analyst - LA-ICPMS
- Enjoys being focused on the details applying precision and accuracy
- Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
- Full time, ongoing role - based in Hobart
- Independently operate a laser ablation ICPMS daily following induction and training:
- Set up instrumentation, program analytical spots on samples and standards according to needs of the job.
- Perform first order instrument performance review before analytical session.
- Perform quality control of analytical output.
- Perform first order data reduction.
- Perform some regular maintenance and minor repairs on the equipment under supervision of other staff members.
- Independently use a scanning electron microscope at the University's Central Science Laboratory to collect back scattered electron and cathodoluminescence images of minerals following induction and training.
- An Honours degree or higher qualification in the fields of geology or geochemistry, with experience in the geochemical analysis of rocks and/or minerals
- The ability to work safely in a laboratory setting.
- Proven ability to work as part of a team.
- Demonstrated ability to use complex analytical equipment after training.
- Experience with data reduction procedures for analytical data generated by LA-ICPMS
- Demonstrated well-developed written and oral communication skills.
- Laboratory and workshop activities; handling hazardous substances.
- Undertaking manual handling and lifting of
- To apply online, please provide the following supporting documentation:
- Resume
- Cover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the role
- Your responses to the success criteria from the Position Description below
- For further information about this position, please contact Doctor Jeffrey Oalmann, Manager CODES Analytical Laboratory,
for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process. * Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.Applications close Monday, 10 June 2024, 11.55pmTo be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfil the requirements of this role.Advertised: 21 May 2024 Tasmania Standard Time
Applications close: 10 Jun 2024 Tasmania Standard Time