Job: Researcher (Cosmochemistry/Materials Science)

Jobing Description

Other Conditions:

* This is a temporary, non-tenure track position fully supported by extramural funds. Appointment is expected to made for one year, with possible renewal for successive years, subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding. Anticipated start date is June 1, 2012, or as soon thereafter as possible.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. The successful candidate will be expected to conduct research in cosmochemistry (the microanalysis of meteorites, extraterrestrial dust and returned samples) and materials science. We seek a researcher with strong interest and experience in the analysis of materials using scanning transmission electron microscopy (STEM). Expertise in focused ion beam (FIB) sample preparation is also desirable.

Minimum Qualifications

1. A Ph.D. in planetary science, materials science, or a closely-related field, at least 5 years of experience in operating a state-of-the-art (S)TEM, and a demonstrated record of extramural research funding, publications, and research productivity which has resulted in significant recognition by the national or international community of scholars active in the same field.

Desirable Qualifications

1. Interest in collaborating in cross-disciplinary and cross-instrument materials science research.

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To Apply:

Applications for this position should include a curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, and the names and contact information of at least three references. Electronic submissions are preferred.

Address:

1. Dr. Sasha Krot
2. Chair Cosmochemistry Search Committee
3. 1680 East-West Road, POST 602
4. Honolulu, HI 96822

Inquiries:

1. Dr. Sasha Krot; sasha@higp.hawaii.edu

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