THE
UNIVERSITY OF
Position
Description
position is
limited to 04/30/09 with extension contingent on funding.
TITLE: Marine Research Specialist IV
DIVISION:
REPORTS TO: Principal Investigator
SUPERVISES: Support staff
BASIC FUNCTION:
Coordinate paleomagnetic, rock-magnetic, sedimentological, and environmental mapping studies in support of major research programs. Coordiante day-to-day activities of the URI/GSO Paleomagnetic Laboratory. Take the leading role in writing manuscripts, reports and grant proposals in the areas of paleomagnetism, rock magnetism, and paleoenvironmental studies. Using computer systems (Macintosh and PC), provide high-level data analysis (multivariate and time-series) of stratigraphic data from sediment cores.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conduct complex analyses of spatial data using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software.
Produce maps, figures, posters, atlases, and other visual aids for oral presentations and printed publication of research results.
Supervise graphic design and production of scientific publications summarizing research results.
Provide intellectual input to manuscripts, reports and grant proposals in the areas of paleomagnetism, rock magnetism, paleoenvironmental studies, and GIS analyses.
Supervise undergraduate and incoming graduate student GIS projects, and provide beginning GIS instruction.
Supervise geochemistry preparation and analysis laboratory.
Perform paleomagnetic, rock-magnetic, sedimentological, and trace metal experiments in support of major research programs.
Provide high level data analysis (multivariate time-series) using computer systems (Macintosh and PC) of stratigraphic and geochemical data from sediment cores.
Perform spatial analysis of data using ESRI’s Arc GIS suite of software.
Use established paleomagnetic, rock-magnetic, and sedimentologic techniques in the paleomagnetics laboratory without direct oversight by the PI.
Collect, process, monitor and analyze sediment samples using cryogenic magnetometers, demagnetizers, electromagnets, trace metal analysis and grain-size equipment, including Graphic Furnace Atomic Absorption Spectrometer.
Conduct time-series and multivariate analysis of paleomagnetic data.
Hire, schedule, and supervise 4-6 undergraduate research assistants.
Perform method development and testing of laboratory and field equipment.
OTHER DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform additional duties as required.
LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:
Mac and PC platforms; ESRI Arc GIS suite of software.
ENVIRONMENTAL
CONDITIONS:
This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED: Master’s degree in geology or geophysics; two or more years of laboratory experience in paleomagnetism, sedimentology, rock magnetism and sediment geochemistry; experience with the ESRI ArcGIS suite of software; advanced computer skills and troubleshooting on Mac and PC platforms; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; strong interpersonal skills; ability to schedule and supervise laboratory activities of undergraduate and graduate students; proven ability to multitask and work independently in a busy laboratory setting; willingness to update GIS skills in order to remain current.
TO APPLY:
Submit (no emails
or faxes, please) a resume and cover letter postmarked by 11-14-08 to:
John W. King, Search Chair
Requisition # 12288
PO Box G
Salary Range: $49,296-$61,706
An Affirmative Action/Equal
ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE
SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH
DISABILITIES.