Staff Chemist, Interdisciplinary

University of Alaska System

As a Staff Chemist, you will gain experience working on intriguing Alaska-themed research projects, utilize some of the most advanced cutting-edge analytical equipment available, and work as part of a dynamic team in a supportive environment with a flexible schedule.

The Applied Science Engineering and Technology (ASET) Laboratory is the most advanced and comprehensive analytical chemistry facility in the State of Alaska, containing over $5 million worth of recently-purchased analytical equipment in a modern, up-to-date, laboratory setting.

The laboratory is located in Anchorage, Alaska, the largest city in the State with nearly 300,000 population and access to world-class recreational opportunities. The UAA campus is situated in a beautiful natural setting at the base of the Chugach Mountains in the U-Med district. The laboratory focuses on supporting research projects in environmental and biomedical science, providing student training, and providing analytical service. ASET is recruiting for a full-time staff chemist.

This position is supervised by the the laboratory director and is primarily focused on analytical support (water, tissues, biofluids, etc.). Most analytical work will involve ICP-MS, ion chromatography, and LC/MS. Occasional use of other equipment may involve NMR, TOC, GC/MS, Orbitrap MS, laser ablation, solvent evaporator, centrifuge, lyophilizer, and other automated equipment.

To thrive in this role, the applicant would have an interest in interdisciplinary Arctic-themed research projects, good interpersonal skills, and a willingness to learn new techniques.

Preference given to applicants with prior experience operating ICP-MS, LC/MS, and Ion Chromatography systems. Preference given to applicants with a Master's degree in a physical, natural, or life science field such as Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Biomedicine, Geology, Geochemistry, Physics, or a related field.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a physical, natural, or life science field such as Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Biomedicine, Geology, Geochemistry, Physics, or a related field.

Position Details:

This position is located on the UA campus in Anchorage. This is a full-time, term-funded, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 79, based on education and experience, starting at $27.06/hourly ($2,164.80/pay period).

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified. Review of application materials will begin immediately. Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient and viable number of qualified candidates have been identified.

Applicant Instructions:

Please attach a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references with your application.

This position is a term-funded position and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: http://www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Dr. Patrick Tomco, at mailto:pltomco@alaska.edu.

*Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.

Access to the reports is available at:

UAA: (Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety. Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or mailto:police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or mailto:uaa_deanofstudents@alaska.edu.

UAF: (Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online: https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or mailto:uaf-orca@alaska.edu.

UAS: (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/equity-and-compliance/docs/clery/UAS_ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing mailto:uas.clery@alaska.edu.

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