Nmr Facility Assistant

Posting Details
Posting Details
Position Number:
106294
Title:
Assistant
Functional Title:
NMR Facility Assistant
Category Status:
33-Exempt Regular
Applicant Search Category:
Staff
University Authorized FTE:
1.000
Unit:
CMNS-Chemistry & Biochemistry
Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state's flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation's legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation's capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
Provide regular required maintenance of NMR spectrometers and their respective hardware and software systems, and assist updates and repairs. Provide technical assistance to Facility Users, including graduate students and other researchers, on proper operation of spectrometers. Provide general support in the operations of the NMR Facility.
Benefits Summary
Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Sciences or Engineering disciplines.
• Computer workstation and electronics experience
• Ability to read and understand schematic drawings and user manuals of the spectrometers

Clear written and verbal communication skills
Preferences:

• At least 2-4 years of experience operating analytical instruments
• Knowledge and skills of computer programming

Additional Certifications:
Additional Information:
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This Position
Physical Demands
Requires the transport, and manipulation of compressed gas cylinders, dewars of liquid helium and nitrogen. Ability to lift 30 unassisted and up to 50 pounds of NMR spectrometers accessories with assistance. Requires moderate levels of physical dexterity to make adjustments or repairs on various components of the spectrometers. Exposure to strong but static magnetic fields.
Posting Date:
07/22/2021
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
Yes
Best Consideration Date
08/20/2021
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Women, minorities, LGBTQ+, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.