Staff Research Associate 1 - 129020

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The Geosciences Research Division (GRD) is home to a diverse set of academics and staff whose interests cover a wide variety of topics in the atmospheric, marine and solid Earth sciences. In many cases, these topics are cross-disciplinary but they include essential components of the following core themes: the geochemistry of the solid, liquid and gaseous Earth, cosmochemistry (meteorites, asteroids and other planetary bodies), paleoceanography and paleoclimate, stratigraphy and sedimentology, geobiology and paleoecology, global and regional tectonics, paleomagnetism and hydrogeology. Research activities encompass modeling studies, laboratory experiments, and field-based expeditions, including ship-time, with GRD members taking full advantage of the extensive research facilities on offer within the division and at SIO

Under supervision and guidance, the Staff Research Associate 1 will participate in laboratory research projects to understand the ancient magnetic filed strength. Make paleomagnetic measurements which requires using special ovens in the Paleomagnetic Laboratory and the Cryogenic Magnetometer. Responsible for maintaining complete and accurate records of paleomagnetic measurements and data analysis.

• Bachelor's degree in physical sciences or equivalent.

• Experience working in a scientific laboratory.

• Theoretical background in physical science.

• Ability to perform routine analysis of paleomagnetic measurements.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Ability to communicate clearly in writing.

• Experience with Windows operating system and PC experience including spreadsheet, database, and graphing techniques.

• Ability to perform repetitive tasks meticulously.

• Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on Background Check results.

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Annual Full Pay Range: $53,766 - $64,143 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $25.75 - $30.72

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