Advanced Chemical Analyst (Full-Time/Temporary)
Location:Big Rapids (Main Campus)
Department:31600 - Ofc Research Spon Prog
Advertised Salary:$65,000 - $68,000. Salary commensurate with education, experience, and other requirements.
Benefits:Comprehensive benefits package (health care, vacation, etc.). Please see the following link for a list of benefits offered with this position.
FLSA:Non-Exempt
Temporary/Continuing:Temporary
Part-Time/Full-Time:Full-Time
Union Group:N/A
Term of Position:12 Month
At Will/Just Cause:At Will
Summary of Position: This is a full-time, temporary, grant-funded position to provide operational and maintenance support for the Shimadzu Core Laboratory (SCL) until 8/31/26. Working with chemical analysis and familiarity with a wide range of analytical equipment including high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), mass spectrometers and NMR. Core responsibilities, under the direction of the SCL Director, will include supervising student workers on various projects using scientific instruments such as HPLC-MS and NMR, administering training for students and faculty in laboratory safety regulatory compliance and instrument usage, overseeing instrument maintenance and repair, and ordering of supplies as well as general office work.
The anticipated start date of this position is March 2025; however this is an estimated date and can be revised if needed.
Staff
Required Education:MS or PhD in science related to Analytical Chemistry Methods or BS in science related to Analytical Chemistry Methods with 2-5 years experience with NMR and/or LCMS.
Required Work Experience:Experience with advanced NMR and LCMS techniques.
Required Licenses and Certifications:
Physical Demands:Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered:
Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Under the direction of the SCL Director, will include supervising student workers on various projects using scientific instruments such as HPLC-MS and NMR.
Administer training for students and faculty in laboratory safety regulatory compliance and instrument usage.
Oversee instrument maintenance and repair, and ordering of supplies.
General office work.
General lab maintenance, running centrifuges and autoclaves and overseeing students on the project.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Work cooperatively in a team-oriented environment.
Successfully interact with a variety of staff, students, and visitors in a variety of situations.
Train, supervise, and schedule faculty and student employees in the lab.
Performs all duties in compliance with applicable University policies and procedures and state and federal requirements.
Demonstrates an understanding of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, especially in working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives
Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.
Marginal Duties/Responsibilities:
Skills and Abilities: Working knowledge and expertise with LCMS and NMR lab equipment use and maintenance, and safe laboratory practices.LCMS and NMR techniques.
Respond appropriately, efficiently, and positively to direction from supervisors and others.
Work on multiple projects concurrently and meet designated deadlines.
Plan, organize, and make sound judgments and decisions.
Support diverse systems utilizing current technologies.
Demonstrated commitment, experience, and understanding of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.
Work independently.
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:Unofficial Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of unofficial transcripts of Master's or Doctoral degree (as described in the Required Education section). Transcripts must include: Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, and degree awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript.
Initial Application Review Date:February 3, 2025
Open Until Position is Filled?:Yes
Posting Close Date:
Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu . The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement .
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