LionChron Lab Director

Lab Coordinator - Physical Sciences

The Department of Geosciences at The Pennsylvania State University (University Park, PA) is seeking to hire a full-time laboratory manager to oversee day-to-day operations of the Lion Chron laser ablation facility.

The Lion Chron laboratory serves a national userbase, spanning industry and academia, and consists of an LA-ICP-MS system capable of U/Th-Pb + trace element split-stream analysis (Element II XR, Thermo iCap quadrupole ICP-MS with a NWR G2 Analyte 193 laser), an Axio Scan A2 imager in addition to facilities for sample preparation (mineral separation, optical microscopy, polishing).

Day-to-day responsibilities of the position include:

• maintaining instrumentation in excellent working condition (including leading modest instrument repairs and troubleshooting)
• ordering of hardware components and consumables
• collection and processing of data for laboratory users
• training of new users
• assessment of long-term data quality
• training of new users and visitors
• billing users and development of analytical protocols
• meeting regularly with the facility directors to discuss instrument performance, lab priorities and scheduling

Minimum Education, Work Experience & Required Certifications

Bachelor's Degree 6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required

Certifications:

None

This position is suited for those with an aptitude for mass spectrometry and the strongest candidates will have prior experience with ICPMS and/or laser ablation analysis.

Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. Interested applicants are welcome to contact Andy Smye or Jesse Reimink with any questions regarding the position or posting.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $54,060.00 - $78,444.00.

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.