Princeton University · 9 hours ago
Senior Research Specialist
Princeton, NJ
Part-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$60K/yr - $75K/yrPrinceton University is seeking a Senior Research Specialist to join the Sigman isotope biogeochemistry lab. This role involves maintaining lab functionality, conducting sample preparation and analysis, managing equipment, and supervising lab personnel.
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Responsibilities
Sample Analysis: preparation of environmental samples in the Sigman lab preparation and analysis of these samples utilizing the Sigman mass spectrometers in the PGIF facility; ensure data is safely and securely stored and backed up in accordance with OIT policies
Equipment management: manage the process for incorporating new equipment for lab use (including protocol and methodology development); monitor and maintaining lab equipment for unexpected variations; follow recommended maintenance schedules for equipment including replacement of consumable components on schedule; diagnose and troubleshoot problems with lab equipment; interface with vendor representatives and technicians when necessary; and schedule equipment usage
Compliance and Personnel: monitor compliance by lab group members with all relevant EHS policies; keep lab policy documents up to date; review information in the SHIELD database; ensure compliance with the lab's standard operating procedures by training/supervising of undergraduates and visiting researchers, and onboarding graduate students and postdocs
Sample Management: organizing the lab’s inventory of samples and reference materials, held either in Briger Hall or at the department's offsite storage facilities. Perform needed maintenance on the -20 and -80 freezers according to schedule to keep the risks of freezer failure low
General lab duties: monitor consumable supplies including specialty gases and chemical reagents and ensure that supplies are ordered in anticipation of lab needs. Perform general lab maintenance activities as needed
Qualification
Required
bachelor degree in geosciences, biology, chemistry or a related scientific field
Laboratory experience is required
The candidate should be organized, meticulous, and capable of working independently
a commitment to maintaining a clean and organized laboratory is required
Benefits
Comprehensive benefit program
Company
Princeton University
Princeton University is a private Ivy League university that offers a variety of master’s degrees and Ph. D.s.
Founded in 1764
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
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$11.44MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyAlfred P. Sloan FoundationNational Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
2024-06-06Grant· $2M
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2022-02-15Grant· $5.5M
Leadership Team
Amy Robinson Sterling
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Anne-Marie Maman
Founding Director - Princeton Entrepreneurship Council
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