Auburn
Manager of Laboratory Research (Soil, Water, and Plants)
Auburn, Auburn, Alabama, us, 36831
Position Details
Position Information
Requisition NumberS3650P
Home Org NameCrop Soil and EnvironmentalSciences
Division NameCollege of Agriculture
Position TitleManager of Laboratory Research (Soil, Water, and Plants)
Job Class CodeHC25
Appointment StatusFull-time
Part-time FTE
Limited TermNo
Limited Term Length
Job SummaryThe College of Agriculture at
Auburn University
seeks applicants for their
Manager of Laboratory Research
(Soil, Water, and Plants) role. The individual selected for this position will be responsible for the maintenance, operation, and supervision of various analytical equipment used in the Department of Crop, Soil and Environmental Sciences for various projects involving the analysis of soil, water, and plant materials.
About Auburn:
Auburn was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama's best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years! Learn more about Auburn's impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting aub.ie/working-for-auburn.It's a Lifestyle : The Auburn/Opelika area is a page right out of Southern Living magazine with an idyllic small-town feel, perfecting a unique balance between a close-knit community and driving consistent growth and development. Paralleling the exponential growth of Auburn University, the Auburn/Opelika area boasts services and amenities that cater to any interest. We're proud of our top school systems, city services, award-winning restaurants, and the infectious spirit of life in a college town. You can find us nestled halfway between the beach and the mountains in a lower-cost-of-living area, two hours outside of Atlanta or Birmingham. If you're new to Auburn, we'd love to introduce you. If you're already acquainted with Auburn, we'll keep it simple: it's time to come home!
Essential FunctionsEssential functions include, but are not limited to the following:Supervise and train all personnel involved in using the equipment as requested by faculty.
Provide general maintenance, repairs, and calibration on instrumentation and equipment and order supplies as needed.
Assist faculty and graduate students with methods for new protocols in the department.
Coordinate usage and service fees with faculty responsible for various instruments.
Assist with the set-up and teaching of the teaching laboratories associated with this laboratory. Maintain compliance with all safety regulations associated with instrumentation and supplies for instrumentation and ensure that all users are properly trained and are complying with safety regulations; and perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree related to analytical chemistry, soil science, or closely related field.
Experience:
3 years of Experience in the coordination of lab operations, maintenance, procedures, and research.
Knowledge of laboratory techniques and safety procedures is required.
Substitutions allowed for Experience:When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
Minimum Skills and AbilitiesEffective communication skills, technical experience, and ability to work independently as well as in a team environment are essential. Candidate must meet eligibility requirements for work in the U.S. by the employment date and continue working legally for the proposed term of the appointment.
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and CertificationsNone
Desired Qualifications
Desired QualificationsA master's degree is desired as well as experience with the following instrumentations and equipment: Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission spectroscopy ( ICP - OES ), Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy ( AAS ), elemental analyzer, Chromatography (GC for
GHG ,
HPLC ,
UPLC ), ion chromatography, spectrophotometer (UV-Vis, fluorescence,
FTIR ), microwave assists extractions and digestions, freeze-driers, water purification systems, large centrifuges, soil and tissue grinders, and drying ovens.
Posting Detail Information
Salary Range$47,300 - $80,400
Job CategoryResearch
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in:Auburn
State position is located:AL
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date05/21/2024
Closing Date
EEO Statement
AUBURN
UNIVERSITY
IS AN
AFFIRMATIVE
ACTION / EQUAL
OPPORTUNITY
EMPLOYER . It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/ EEO ) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their
website
to learn more.
Special Instructions to ApplicantsPlease utilize the attachment feature on the on-line application system and attach a cover letter and resume. Only complete application packets will be considered for selection. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Quick Link for Internal Postingshttps://www.auemployment.com/postings/45763
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Position Information
Requisition NumberS3650P
Home Org NameCrop Soil and EnvironmentalSciences
Division NameCollege of Agriculture
Position TitleManager of Laboratory Research (Soil, Water, and Plants)
Job Class CodeHC25
Appointment StatusFull-time
Part-time FTE
Limited TermNo
Limited Term Length
Job SummaryThe College of Agriculture at
Auburn University
seeks applicants for their
Manager of Laboratory Research
(Soil, Water, and Plants) role. The individual selected for this position will be responsible for the maintenance, operation, and supervision of various analytical equipment used in the Department of Crop, Soil and Environmental Sciences for various projects involving the analysis of soil, water, and plant materials.
About Auburn:
Auburn was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama's best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years! Learn more about Auburn's impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting aub.ie/working-for-auburn.It's a Lifestyle : The Auburn/Opelika area is a page right out of Southern Living magazine with an idyllic small-town feel, perfecting a unique balance between a close-knit community and driving consistent growth and development. Paralleling the exponential growth of Auburn University, the Auburn/Opelika area boasts services and amenities that cater to any interest. We're proud of our top school systems, city services, award-winning restaurants, and the infectious spirit of life in a college town. You can find us nestled halfway between the beach and the mountains in a lower-cost-of-living area, two hours outside of Atlanta or Birmingham. If you're new to Auburn, we'd love to introduce you. If you're already acquainted with Auburn, we'll keep it simple: it's time to come home!
Essential FunctionsEssential functions include, but are not limited to the following:Supervise and train all personnel involved in using the equipment as requested by faculty.
Provide general maintenance, repairs, and calibration on instrumentation and equipment and order supplies as needed.
Assist faculty and graduate students with methods for new protocols in the department.
Coordinate usage and service fees with faculty responsible for various instruments.
Assist with the set-up and teaching of the teaching laboratories associated with this laboratory. Maintain compliance with all safety regulations associated with instrumentation and supplies for instrumentation and ensure that all users are properly trained and are complying with safety regulations; and perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree related to analytical chemistry, soil science, or closely related field.
Experience:
3 years of Experience in the coordination of lab operations, maintenance, procedures, and research.
Knowledge of laboratory techniques and safety procedures is required.
Substitutions allowed for Experience:When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
Minimum Skills and AbilitiesEffective communication skills, technical experience, and ability to work independently as well as in a team environment are essential. Candidate must meet eligibility requirements for work in the U.S. by the employment date and continue working legally for the proposed term of the appointment.
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and CertificationsNone
Desired Qualifications
Desired QualificationsA master's degree is desired as well as experience with the following instrumentations and equipment: Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission spectroscopy ( ICP - OES ), Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy ( AAS ), elemental analyzer, Chromatography (GC for
GHG ,
HPLC ,
UPLC ), ion chromatography, spectrophotometer (UV-Vis, fluorescence,
FTIR ), microwave assists extractions and digestions, freeze-driers, water purification systems, large centrifuges, soil and tissue grinders, and drying ovens.
Posting Detail Information
Salary Range$47,300 - $80,400
Job CategoryResearch
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in:Auburn
State position is located:AL
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date05/21/2024
Closing Date
EEO Statement
AUBURN
UNIVERSITY
IS AN
AFFIRMATIVE
ACTION / EQUAL
OPPORTUNITY
EMPLOYER . It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/ EEO ) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their
website
to learn more.
Special Instructions to ApplicantsPlease utilize the attachment feature on the on-line application system and attach a cover letter and resume. Only complete application packets will be considered for selection. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Quick Link for Internal Postingshttps://www.auemployment.com/postings/45763
#J-18808-Ljbffr