Staff Research Scientist, Atmospheric Chemistry Job at Desert Research Institute
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.
Job Description
The Desert Research Institute’s (DRI) Division of Atmospheric Sciences is seeking a Staff Research Scientist, Atmospheric Chemistry, to advance novel and applied research into properties of atmospheric aerosols. This position is located in DRI’s Northern Nevada Science Center in Reno, NV. The successful candidate will perform laboratory experiments, collect ambient aerosols, perform chemical analysis of collected sample using gas and liquid chromatography, analyze and report research results. The successful candidate is expected to have demonstrated expertise in working with organic analytical techniques, aerosol size distribution measurements, and knowledge of aerosol thermodynamics. Additional responsibilities include documenting research results in technical reports and manuscripts submitted for publication in the peer-reviewed literature, as well as participation in writing competitive research grant proposals.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution; preferred discipline in atmospheric sciences, chemistry, or engineering
- Demonstrated expertise in atmospheric aerosol measurements using size spectrometers and filter-XAD techniques.
- Demonstrated expertise in gas and liquid chromatography.
- Demonstrated expertise in atmospheric chemistry.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently in the design and execution of novel research.
- Ability to contribute to collaborative research and work collegially in a group setting.
- Ability to fulfill project goals and meet project deadlines.
- Ability to publish peer-reviewed publications.
Preferred Qualifications
- M.S. or Ph.D. from an accredited institution; preferred discipline in atmospheric sciences, chemistry, or engineering
- Experience with aerosol thermodynamics studies using thermodenuders and other techniques
- Experience with Python programming as a tool in scientific and engineering analysis
Conditions of Employment
- Ability to perform physical tasks of moving or lifting objects up to 30 lbs. and standing for long periods of time.
- Use of chemicals, glassware, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and gas cylinders are required.
Organizational Summary
Since 1959, DRI has stood at the forefront of understanding Earth's complex environmental systems, promoting preservation of diverse ecosystems, advancing responsible natural resource management, and improving human health and welfare throughout Nevada and around the world. Research at DRI calls on the expertise and methods of multiple scientific disciplines. More than 500 highly-skilled scientists, engineers, technicians and students are collaboratively focused on understanding and answering critical questions about global climate change, water quality and availability, air quality, sustainability of desert lands, life in extreme environments, and more. DRI’s research personnel are untenured, entrepreneurial and responsible for their own salaries from individual and collaborative external grants and contracts. This blend of academic rigor and private-sector pragmatism has earned DRI a reputation for delivering rapid, high-quality environmental science in a business-like fashion.
Compensation and Benefits
Minimum starting salary is $50,000 commensurate with experience and education. DRI offers a benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance; including 15.5% retirement match, 24 annual leave days, beginning balance of 30 sick leave days, 11 paid holidays, educational benefits, and the choice of two health insurance plans that can be supplemented with flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts. Additionally, there is no state income tax and no social security deduction. This position is eligible for relocation assistance.
Exempt
Yes
Full-Time Equivalent
100.0%
Required Attachment(s)
Please upload the following document in the specified section:
- A cover letter detailing how your experience and professional qualifications prepare you to succeed in this role at DRI.
- A current curriculum vita.
- Contact information for three professional references who will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process based on applicant permission.
This posting is open until filled. Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately and provide all required attachments to receive full consideration. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.
For more detailed information about DRI, DRI faculty, and research projects and publications, please visit us at
www.dri.edu
. For questions regarding this position or assistance with your application, please email
jobs@dri.edu
call the recruiting office at 775-673-7431.
Posting Close Date
Note to Applicant
Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.
References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process based on applicant notification and permission.
Newly hired faculty and postdoctoral fellows must assure that their official transcript is submitted to the Human Resources Office within 30 calendar days from the effective date of employment. Academic degrees must have been awarded by regionally accredited institutions.
This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.
DRI employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. DRI only sponsors aliens applying for research faculty or postdoctoral fellow positions (J-1 or H-1B Visas).
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