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Job Summary:
Fabricates research equipment and provides consultation regarding feasibility of design to support institutional research.Job Description:
Examples of Work Performed
- Design and conduct analytical chemistry experiments using soft materials characterization techniques that may include mass spectrometry, differential scanning calorimetry, isothermal titration calorimetry, rheometry, and dynamic light scattering.
- Troubleshoot, calibrate, and maintain complex analytical instruments to ensure consistent and accurate experimental results.
- Induct and train new users to correctly and safely use the instrumentation.
- Develop and document new analytical methodologies and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for laboratory users.
- Deliver informal seminars and workshops to stakeholders within the state to raise awareness and educate potential users in both academic and industrial settings.
- Travel regularly to different institutions within the state to perform the duties listed above.
- Collaborate with the Mississippi Research Alliance leadership for the further development of this program.
- Coordinate and collaborate with other Regional Instrumentation Technicians throughout the state.
- Work with interdisciplinary collaborators across departments and institutions to support initiatives such as Mississippi INBRE and the Nano-Bio Immunoengineering Consortium (NIEC) and other such statewide projects.
- Other duties as assigned or required.
Job Responsibilities:
This requires a PhD of engineering, chemistry, materials science, or other related discipline and two years of related experience OR ten years of related experience.
Education Qualifications:
PhD: Chemistry, PhD: Engineering (Required)Experience:
Relevant experience | 6 Years | RequiredCompensation:
$68,681.60 - $103,001.60Interview Requirement:
Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.
EEO Statement:
The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, age, disability, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.
Background Check Statement:
The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
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