Assistant Researcher In Planetary Petrology (Pos#84734T)

Title: Assistant Researcher in Planetary Petrology.

Position Number: 84734T

Hiring Unit: Department of Earth Sciences, SOEST

Location: Manoa Campus

Date Posted: January 19, 2024

Closing Date: February 9, 2024

Salary Information: R3M11, competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience

Monthly Type: 11 Month

Tenure Track: Non-tenure

Full Time/Part Time: Part-time to Full-time (50% - 100%)

Temporary/Permanent: Temporary

Other Conditions:

Pending position clearance and availability of funds. Extension of position is dependent upon availability of funding, program needs and satisfactory performance.

The Department of Earth Sciences, School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology (SOEST) at the University of Hawai'i at Manoa, seeks applications for a faculty position at the rank of Assistant Researcher (R-3) in the field of Planetary Petrology.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Textural and chemical analysis of precious NASA-Apollo samples by optical petrography and Electron Probe Micro Analyzer (EPMA)

2. Execute high-temperature experiments at controlled atmosphere and pressure conditions using laboratory apparatus (gas-mixing furnace, piston-cylinder, internally-heated pressure vessel)

3. Develop algorithms for diffusion chronometry and apply them to natural and synthetic materials.

4. Prepare manuscripts for publication.

5. Present results at national and international scientific conferences.

6. Write proposals for future support.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. A doctorate from a college or university of recognized standing in Planetary Petrology.

2. Ability to generate independent research reports, publications and grant proposals

3. Ability to interact effectively with students and/or assistants when appropriate

4. Interest, initiative in scientific work, and adaptability.

5. Ability to publish scientific papers demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications, including first-authored publications.

6. Strong oral and written communication skills.

7. Experience independently operating the EPMA.

8. Demonstrated excellence in computer programming.

Desirable Qualifications:

1. Team building abilities and strong interpersonal skills

2. Experience handling sensitive devices and equipment

To Apply:

Applications may be filed online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/hawaiiedu. Search for Position number 84734T and click on the "Apply" button and attach the required documents. Applicants must submit PDF files of the following: (1) a letter describing your related experience; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) names, addresses, and emails of three individuals willing to write letters of recommendation to Prof. Julia Hammer, Assistant Researcher Search Committee, Department of Earth Sciences, University of Hawai'i at Manoa, Honolulu, HI 96822. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

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Inquiries:

Dr. Julia Hammer; jhammer@hawaii.edu

Additional information on the Department of Earth Sciences can be found at:

https://www.soest.hawaii.edu/earthsciences/

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