Research Scientist

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Work type: Multi-Track Faculty
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design
Department:  - LS-GEOLOGY

The University of Florida in Gainesville Florida is seeking a full‑time faculty position as Research Scientist for the Department of Geological Sciences, with duties and responsibilities comprised of overseeing the management and operations of several multi‑user instruments in the Department that measure elemental and isotopic compositions of Earth, planetary, and archeological materials. The primary responsibilities include operation, calibration, maintenance, oversight, and training for a Zeiss EVO MA10 SEM equipped with an Oxford Aztec EDS, a Rigaku XRF spectrometer, a Rigaku XRD, and an Isotop

X NGX noble gas mass spectrometer for Ar/Ar analyses. Additional responsibilities include serving as the environmental health and safety coordinator for the Department and overseeing the mineral separation facility. Position will also participate in research, co‑mentor graduate and undergraduate students, and contribute to a course in Instrumental Methods for the Department.

Position requires a Ph.D (or equivalent) in Geology, Earth Sciences, Geosciences, Geophysics, Engineering or a closely related field, and two (2) years of hands‑on experience with at least one of the following instruments: a Zeiss EVO MA10 SEM equipped with an Oxford Aztec EDS, a Rigaku XRF spectrometer, a Rigaku XRD, and an Isotop

X NGX noble gas mass spectrometer for Ar/Ar analyses. Position also requires a demonstrated ability to troubleshoot instrumentation.

In order to be considered for this position, you must send your cover letter and resume to the following email address: jobs-geology.edu. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. UF is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit.

Applications close: 19 Mar 2026 Eastern Daylight Time. Advertised: 17 Feb 2026 Eastern Standard Time.