From: Missouri University of Science and Technology

Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2019

Scientist Position

Chemistry Department, Missouri University of Science and Technology, Rolla, MO, USA.

Hiring Department

Chemistry

 

Application Deadline

Posted until filled with review of applications to begin January 15, 2020

 

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time, Benefit Eligible

 

Salary

Min $47,476/annually

Max $70,000 annually

 

Job Description

The Chemistry Department of Missouri University of Science and Technology invites applications for a full time NMR Facility Manager position at the rank of staff scientist.

The successful candidate is expected to administer NMR research and teaching activities as well as manage the operation and maintenance of multiple NMR spectrometers.

The NMR facility currently includes a 400 MHz liquid-state Bruker AVANCE III HD, a 400 MHz wide-bore solid-state Bruker AVANCE III, and a 42.5 MHz Magritek Carbon Spinsolve benchtop spectrometer, and significant expansions are expected.

Solid-state NMR experience is not required; the Chemistry Department will sponsor opportunities for external professional development especially in solid-state NMR.

Responsibilities: (1) Manage the daily operation and maintenance of departmental NMR facilities and equipment, (2) train and advise faculty, postdocs and students in design and execution of conventional and advanced NMR experiments, assist in NMR data interpretation, and contribute to the NMR portions in manuscripts for publications, (3) plan, organize and direct the NMR components of research projects utilizing the departmental NMR facility, (4) assist in preparation of grant proposals for utilization, maintenance, upgrade and growth of the departmental NMR facility, (5) promote and encourage interdepartmental, multi-campus, and out of campus research and service programs in NMR

 

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree in a related/relevant areas and at least 3 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

 

Preferred Qualifications

(1) A Master’s degree in chemistry or related field with hands-on experience in NMR spectroscopy, (2) excellent verbal and written communication skills, (3) the demonstrated ability to work in a team toward common goals, (4) an expressed interest in the professional development toward solid-state NMR spectroscopy. (5) A Ph.D. in chemistry or related field with hands-on experience in NMR spectroscopy, (6) excellent verbal and written communication skills, (7) the demonstrated ability to work in a team toward common goals, (8) an expressed interest in the professional development toward solid-state NMR spectroscopy.

Applicants must apply online at https://hr.mst.edu/careers/staff-employment/  Scientist # 00076067.  Applicants must provide a current CV and arrange for three letters of reference to be sent by email to Professor Rainer Glaser (glaserr@mst.edu), Chair, Department of Chemistry.  Please include Position Reference Number #00076067.  Acceptable electronic formats include PDF and MS Word.  Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2020 and continue until the position is filled.  Additional information regarding the Department of Chemistry is available at http://chem.mst.edu.

 

Comments

The final candidate is required to provide copies of official transcript(s) for any college degree(s) listed in application materials submitted. Copies of transcript(s) should be provided prior to the start of employment. In addition, the final candidate may be required to verify other credentials listed in application materials.

Failure to provide official transcript(s) or other required verification may result in the withdrawal of the job offer.

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.

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