Applications are sought for a committed Research Assistant to support the development and maintenance of new analytical methods in the St Andrews Isotope Geochemistry (StAIG) laboratories. The primary duties will be to operate and maintain analytical instruments in the laboratory, in particular an Element 2 ICP-MS, an associated ICS6000 ion chromatograph, and a Cavity Ringdown Spectroscope (CRDS) for δ15N and δ18O isotopic analyses in N2O gas. Furthermore, the research assistant will be involved in preparing samples and experiments for analyses, as well as in carrying out analyses for external and internal users.

The successful applicant will have an MSc degree or higher in Earth Sciences, Chemistry or Physics with expertise in analytical sciences.

The post is available for 18months at 75%, starting on April 3, 2023, or as soon as possible thereafter.

Further information and informal enquiries may be directed to Eva Stueeken, email: [email protected]

Applications are particularly welcome from people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented in professional posts at the University.

Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of the St Andrews experience. We strive to create a fair and inclusive culture demonstrated through our commitment to diversity awards (Athena Swan, Carer Positive, LGBT Charter, Race Charters and Stonewall). We celebrate diversity by promoting profiles of BAME, LGBTIQ+ staff and supporting networks including the Staff BAME Network; Staff with Disabilities Network; Staff LGBTIQ+ Network; and the Staff Parents & Carers Network. Full details available online: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/

Closing Date: 17 March 2023 by 5pm

Interview Date: 4 April 2023

Please quote ref: AR2756DO

Further Particulars: AR2756DO FPs.docx

School of Earth & EnvironmentalSciences

Salary: £28,762 - £34,308 per annum, pro rata

Start Date: 1 May 2023

Fixed Term: 18 months

Part Time: 27.19 hrs per week/flexible between 9am and 5pm