Research Technical Professional, Shared Instrumentation Facility

Posting Number: JR106193 Location: Colorado

Engineering a world of possibilities Manager, X-ray Diffraction and X-ray Computed Tomography (XCT)

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Shared Instrumentation Facility (SIF) at Colorado School of Mines is seeking a primary manager for its X-ray Diffraction and X-ray Computed Tomography (XCT) tools. The successful candidate will be a part of the team of research staff who support research activities across the entire campus. The candidate will be primarily responsible for the day-to-day operations of these instruments, including maintenance and training. The candidate will work closely with faculty and graduate students and other researchers performing analysis on these instruments.

JOB DUTIES

LAB AND INSTRUMENT MANAGEMENT (60%)

Maintain the instruments in good calibrated and operating condition

Troubleshoot and correct instrument problems and call in service requests as needed

Maintain instrument usage records for billing

TRAINING AND SERVICE (30%)

Provide training and support for internal and external users including data collection and analysis

Supervise user activity to ensure compliance with facility guidelines and safety standards

Analyze samples for internal and external users

CONTINUED EDUCATION & EXPERTISE (10%)

Engage with the local X-ray community, and provide advice on specimen preparation and analysis methods

Work with faculty and other researchers on implementing new methods, including keeping current on the latest developments in X-ray analysis equipmen

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, or related Science or Engineering field

Minimum of 2 years of experience in X-ray Diffraction including specimen preparation, instrument operation, and data analysis

Minimum of 2 years of experience in X-ray Computed Tomography

Experience with X-ray equipment operation for materials science

Familiarity with the theory and data analysis techniques for XRD and XCT

Experience with changing X-ray optics and detectors and performing X-ray alignments

Experience with XRD of powder, thin film, and bulk samples

Strong interpersonal skills and oral and written communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Advanced degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, or related Science or Engineering field

Experience working with students and training others

Experience managing instrumentation

Experience troubleshooting and recovering instrument issues, including software and hardware issues

Experience working with and communicating with service engineers

Knowledge of other materials characterization techniques

Record of relevant publications in scientific journals

SALARY AND BENEFITS

$78,600 - $90,500 annual salary rate

Mines takes into consideration a combination of candidate's education, training and experience as well as the position's scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required in the role, work location, and external market and internal value when determining a salary level for potential new employees.

Colorado School of Mines offers a robust portfolio of benefits for all employees. For this role, that includes: