RESEARCH SCIENTIST/ENGINEER 3
Apply NowCompany: University of Washington
Location: Seattle, WA 98115
Description:
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UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
The Bundy lab in the School of Oceanography at the University of Washington studies the distributions, speciation and cycling of nutrients and metals in the open and coastal ocean. Research in the lab focuses on measuring water samples using a range of methods, from inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS), electrospray ionization mass spectrometry, liquid chromatography, and voltammetry. Many of the analyses in the Bundy lab are conducted in the TraceLab, which has an Element 2 ICP-MS, an iCap R-Q, and a seaFAST pico seawater pre-concentration system. The Bundy lab also has access to the TraceLab Class-1000 clean room for acid cleaning and sample preparation.
Core responsibilities of this position involve performing trace metal uptake lab experiments with bacteria cultures, preparing for and participating in field expeditions, analyzing samples via ICP-MS, voltammetry and liquid chromatography, interpreting and synthesizing data, preparing figures and text for manuscripts, proposals, and presentations, and attending conferences, meetings or workshops. More information on each of these duties is described below.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Analyze samples via voltammetry and liquid chromatography (20%)
- analyze organic ligand samples using competitive ligand exchange adsorptive cathodic stripping voltammetry
- analyze organic ligand samples using liquid chromatography
Interpreting and synthesizing data (20%)
- use existing Python and R code to process and analyze mass spectrometry data and large data sets
- assess current tools
- develop and improve new data analysis pipelines using Python and R
Analyzing samples via ICP-MS (20%)
- analyze dissolved trace metal samples using a sea-FAST pre-concentration system and analysis with an Element 2 ICP-MS
- analyze particulate trace metal samples using leaches and analysis with an Element 2 ICP-MS
- analyze organic extracts using liquid chromatography coupled to an iCap RQ
- mentor undergraduates assisting in ICP-MS analyses by training on them equipment, providing knowledge about protocols and troubleshooting issues
Performing trace metal uptake lab experiments with bacteria cultures (15%)
- determine the appropriate scenarios
- grow heterotrophic bacteria isolates under different iron and carbon scenarios and measuring changes in growth rate and cellular quotas
- mentor undergraduates who assist in the performing of lab experiments with knowledge of protocols and controls; guide them through running experiments and providing feedback on outcomes
Preparing for and participating in field expeditions (10%)
- acid-cleaning bottles for trace metal sample collection
- plan experiments at sea including scoping out timelines to complete sampling start to finish, project equipment and personnel needs
- execute sampling and experiments at sea, troubleshooting issues
- act as part of a team and help to accomplish team goals of the expedition
Preparing figures and text for manuscripts/proposals/presentations (10%)
- lead author of manuscripts and leading the writing of manuscripts
- contribute to other manuscripts as a co-author, providing figures, text and data interpretation for co-authored manuscripts
- communicate with co-authors about writing manuscripts, proposals and presentations; provide feedback and suggestions to ensure the publication is first-rate
Attending conferences, meetings or workshops (5%)
- attend conferences as a co-author on presentations and for professional development
- present at conferences or workshops as the lead author
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree in chemistry, oceanography or a related field and four years of relevant experience, OR Equivalent combination of education/experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Experience preparing samples in a clean lab setting is strongly preferred
- Experience in geochemistry, chemistry, experimental physics, earth sciences or related discipline; experience sampling at sea; Python and R code knowledge
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- PhD in chemical oceanography
Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select "Apply to this position". Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you log into your "My Jobs" page. If you choose to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at [redacted] or [redacted].
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.
UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
The Bundy lab in the School of Oceanography at the University of Washington studies the distributions, speciation and cycling of nutrients and metals in the open and coastal ocean. Research in the lab focuses on measuring water samples using a range of methods, from inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS), electrospray ionization mass spectrometry, liquid chromatography, and voltammetry. Many of the analyses in the Bundy lab are conducted in the TraceLab, which has an Element 2 ICP-MS, an iCap R-Q, and a seaFAST pico seawater pre-concentration system. The Bundy lab also has access to the TraceLab Class-1000 clean room for acid cleaning and sample preparation.
Core responsibilities of this position involve performing trace metal uptake lab experiments with bacteria cultures, preparing for and participating in field expeditions, analyzing samples via ICP-MS, voltammetry and liquid chromatography, interpreting and synthesizing data, preparing figures and text for manuscripts, proposals, and presentations, and attending conferences, meetings or workshops. More information on each of these duties is described below.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Analyze samples via voltammetry and liquid chromatography (20%)
- analyze organic ligand samples using competitive ligand exchange adsorptive cathodic stripping voltammetry
- analyze organic ligand samples using liquid chromatography
Interpreting and synthesizing data (20%)
- use existing Python and R code to process and analyze mass spectrometry data and large data sets
- assess current tools
- develop and improve new data analysis pipelines using Python and R
Analyzing samples via ICP-MS (20%)
- analyze dissolved trace metal samples using a sea-FAST pre-concentration system and analysis with an Element 2 ICP-MS
- analyze particulate trace metal samples using leaches and analysis with an Element 2 ICP-MS
- analyze organic extracts using liquid chromatography coupled to an iCap RQ
- mentor undergraduates assisting in ICP-MS analyses by training on them equipment, providing knowledge about protocols and troubleshooting issues
Performing trace metal uptake lab experiments with bacteria cultures (15%)
- determine the appropriate scenarios
- grow heterotrophic bacteria isolates under different iron and carbon scenarios and measuring changes in growth rate and cellular quotas
- mentor undergraduates who assist in the performing of lab experiments with knowledge of protocols and controls; guide them through running experiments and providing feedback on outcomes
Preparing for and participating in field expeditions (10%)
- acid-cleaning bottles for trace metal sample collection
- plan experiments at sea including scoping out timelines to complete sampling start to finish, project equipment and personnel needs
- execute sampling and experiments at sea, troubleshooting issues
- act as part of a team and help to accomplish team goals of the expedition
Preparing figures and text for manuscripts/proposals/presentations (10%)
- lead author of manuscripts and leading the writing of manuscripts
- contribute to other manuscripts as a co-author, providing figures, text and data interpretation for co-authored manuscripts
- communicate with co-authors about writing manuscripts, proposals and presentations; provide feedback and suggestions to ensure the publication is first-rate
Attending conferences, meetings or workshops (5%)
- attend conferences as a co-author on presentations and for professional development
- present at conferences or workshops as the lead author
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree in chemistry, oceanography or a related field and four years of relevant experience, OR Equivalent combination of education/experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Experience preparing samples in a clean lab setting is strongly preferred
- Experience in geochemistry, chemistry, experimental physics, earth sciences or related discipline; experience sampling at sea; Python and R code knowledge
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- PhD in chemical oceanography
Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select "Apply to this position". Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you log into your "My Jobs" page. If you choose to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at [redacted] or [redacted].
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.