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Postdoctoral Research Associate in Clumped Isotope Geochemistry at Texas A&M University Texas A&M University in United States
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Chemistry
Funding
Postdoctoral Research Associate supported by a recent U.S. National Science Foundation grant. The post suggests applying for the separate Halbouty Postdoctoral Research Associate as well to maximize funding, with matching funds from the postdoc sponsor encouraged.
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United States
University
Texas A&M University

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Texas A&M University’s Department of Geology & Geophysics is advertising a Postdoctoral Research Associate position in clumped isotope geochemistry. The project focuses on heating experiments to quantify carbon-oxygen (“clumped”) isotope resetting kinetics in carbonate minerals, analysis using a stable light-isotope-ratio mass spectrometer (IRMS), and modeling of experimental data.
The role includes hands-on experimental and analytical work: preparing and characterizing samples, conducting heating experiments with carbonate minerals, loading and sealing samples in quartz tubes, maintaining and repairing the 253 Plus IRMS and automated carbonate reaction system, and preparing manuscripts for publication. The post is supported by a recent U.S. National Science Foundation grant, and applicants are also encouraged to consider the separate Halbouty Postdoctoral Research Associate opportunity to maximize funding.
Eligibility highlights include a Ph.D. in Geology or an equivalent science. Strong candidates will have experience with clumped isotope analyses on carbonate minerals, especially on a Thermo Fisher Scientific 253 Plus IRMS with Kiel automated carbonate system; experience with clumped isotope heating experiments; familiarity with clumped isotope reordering models and tools such as the Isotopylog Python package; experience with IRMS maintenance and repairs; scientific curiosity; and scientific writing ability.
This opportunity is especially relevant for researchers in Earth Science, Chemistry, and related geochemistry fields. Interested applicants should review the linked job posting and contact Ethan Grossman if they have questions.
Funding details
Postdoctoral Research Associate supported by a recent U.S. National Science Foundation grant. The post suggests applying for the separate Halbouty Postdoctoral Research Associate as well to maximize funding, with matching funds from the postdoc sponsor encouraged.
What's required
Ph.D. in Geology or an equivalent science is required. Preferred qualifications include 2 years of experience performing clumped isotope analyses on carbonate minerals, preferably on a Thermo Fisher Scientific 253 Plus IRMS system with Kiel automated carbonate system; experience conducting clumped isotope heating experiments; experience using clumped isotope reordering models and programs such as the Isotopylog Python package; 2 years of experience with simple maintenance and repairs on an IRMS; scientific curiosity; ability to write scientific papers; and ability to use vacuum lines for gas handling systems. The post also notes the ability to lift, carry, load, or unload heavy instructional materials.
How to apply
Review the job description and apply through the linked Texas A&M Workday posting. Interested applicants may also contact Ethan Grossman with questions. Consider applying for both this postdoctoral role and the separate Halbouty Postdoctoral Research Associate to maximize funding.
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