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Research Specialist - 530926

Job no: 530926
Work type: Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible)
Location: Tuscaloosa
Categories: Other, Research/Scientific

Pay Grade/Pay Range:  Minimum: $49,100 - Midpoint: $61,400 (Salaried E7)

Department/Organization: 204441 - Geological Sciences

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

Job Summary: The Research Specialist works with departmental staff to design and conduct research projects.

Additional Department Summary: Supports the Department of Geological Sciences X-ray analytical laboratory and departmental teaching and research operations. The position manages X-ray laboratory operations; provides XRD/XRF analytical support and sample preparation; trains and supports faculty, students, and other laboratory users; coordinates laboratory safety, inventory, and purchasing; and works closely with the laboratory's faculty supervisor.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher.

Skills and Knowledge: Knowledge of X-ray diffraction and related analytical workflows, sample preparation, mineral/phase identification, laboratory safety and EHS practices, instrument operation and troubleshooting, and laboratory inventory. Ability to support and train faculty and student users. Familiarity with quantitative mineral analysis, Rietveld refinement, analytical software, and basic computer, purchasing, and inventory processes is desirable.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in geology, chemistry, geochemistry, mineralogy, materials science, or a closely related scientific field.

Experience with XRD and/or XRF analysis, mineral or materials characterization, sample preparation, analytical instrument operation and maintenance, and training or supporting laboratory users. Experience with Bruker XRD instrumentation and software such as XRD Commander, EVA, or TOPAS is preferred.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

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