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Researcher interested in lithium and REE distributions in sedimentary basin rocks-GEOSCI

Penn State University
Posted a month ago, valid for 17 days
Location

University Park, IL 60484, US

Salary

$20 per hour

Contract type

Part Time

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  • The Department of Geosciences at Penn State is seeking a part-time Researcher focused on lithium and REE distributions in sedimentary basin rocks.
  • The position involves tasks such as mineral picking, mount making, imaging, data reduction, and laboratory maintenance.
  • Compensation for this role is set at a starting rate of $20 per hour.
  • Candidates are expected to have relevant experience, although the specific years of experience required are not mentioned in the job description.
  • Applicants must complete a background check as part of the employment process.

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  • If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.

 

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Department of Geosciences is seeking applicants for part-time job of Researcher interested in lithium and REE distributions in sedimentary basin rocks.

The job will entail working with the LionChron research group.

Job duties to include:

  • mineral picking via microscope
  • mount making and polishing
  • imaging of mineral grain mounts
  • participation in mineral analysis
  • data reduction
  • data interpretation
  • laboratory maintenance

Compensation:

The starting rate for this job is $20/hr. Wage payroll position.

 

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

 

 

 

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