Research Technician – TG1321SB

Applications are sought for a committed Research Technician to support the ICP-MS and IRMS isotope geochemistry laboratories in the School of Earth & Environmental Sciences at the University of St Andrews. The lab facilities include several mass spectrometers with peripherals and sample prep space. The primary duties of the research technician will be to maintain the instruments, undertake trouble-shooting and repairs when required, develop and optimize analytical methods, manage purchase orders, train users and oversee safety protocols.

We particularly seek an individual with strong expertise in plasma-source instruments - both solution and laser based - and associated clean sample preparation techniques to support the (LA-)ICP-MS (Agilent QQQ 8800 and Element 2) and MC-ICP-MS (Nu I) instruments. Additional experience in gas-source mass spectrometry would be useful but is not required. 

The successful applicant will have a PhD degree in Earth Sciences, Chemistry or Physics with expertise in analytical sciences.   

This is a permanent position, starting in October 2024, or as soon as possible thereafter.   

Employees of the University have access to a wide range of staff benefits including:

• Annual leave of 34 days, plus 5 public holidays
• Financial contribution to relocation where applicable
• Membership of the USS Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
• A hybrid working environment, including partial homeworking where appropriate and a range of family friendly policies
• Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services
• Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel
• Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff, access to training and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme
• A range of wellbeing initiatives including membership of Peppy, a health application that connects staff to expert practitioners and personalized support on health matters

Further details of the project can be obtained from Dr Nick Gardiner (nick.gardiner@st-andrews.ac.uk) or Dr Eva Stueeken (ees4@st-andrews.ac.uk). 

Applications are particularly welcome from people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented in research posts at the University. 

Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of the St Andrews experience.  We strive to create a fair and inclusive culture demonstrated through our commitment to diversity awards (Athena Swan, Carer Positive, LGBT Charter, Race Charters and Stonewall). We celebrate diversity by promoting profiles of BAME, LGBTIQ+ staff and supporting networks including the Staff BAME Network; Staff with Disabilities Network; Staff LGBTIQ+ Network; and the Staff Parents & Carers Network.  Full details available online: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.  Information on other visa options is available at https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa or by contacting our HR Immigration Team on hrimmigration@st-andrews.ac.uk. 

Interview Date: 18-20 September 2024 (TBC)
Start Date: October 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter
Please quote ref: TG1321SB
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