CIRES/NOAA CSL Post-Doctoral Associate or Research Scientist in Proton Transfer Reaction Mass SpectrometryRequisition Number: 58917Location: Boulder ColoradoEmployment Type: Research FacultySchedule: Full TimePosting Close Date: 09-Oct-2024Date Posted:Job SummaryThe Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences (CIRES (https://apptrkr.com/getredirect.php?id=5697207&targetURL=https://cires.colorado.edu/) ) at CU Boulder (https://apptrkr.com/getredirect.php?id=5697207&targetURL=https://www.colorado.edu/) encourages applications for a Post-Doctoral Associate or Research Scientist within NOAA's Chemical Sciences Laboratory (CSL (https://apptrkr.com/getredirect.php?id=5697207&targetURL=https://csl.noaa.gov/) ) in Boulder, Colorado. The successful candidate will work in the VOC group of the Tropospheric Chemistry (https://apptrkr.com/getredirect.php?id=5697207&targetURL=https://csl.noaa.gov/groups/csl7/) program alongside a number of federal and university employees engaged in research investigating trace gases and their impacts on air quality and climate. Our group develops and uses world-class instrumentation to measure these species and deploys these instruments on aircraft and various field sites.The successful candidate for this position will investigate the emissions and atmospheric chemistry of trace gases and their oxidation products. The candidate will use these data for the development of chemical mechanisms and models, as well as assessment of the air quality and climate impacts of emissions and atmospheric chemical cycles. The successful candidate will work with a PTR-ToF-MS and high resolution, time of flight chemical ionization mass spectrometers (LToF CIMS) within the Tropospheric Chemistry instrument suite (https://apptrkr.com/getredirect.php?id=5697207&targetURL=https://csl.noaa.gov/groups/csl7/instruments/) . CSL has a collaborative lab culture, and we are looking for a candidate who actively subscribes to this philosophy. Successful candidates will demonstrate competency and sensitivity in working in a diverse community.The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.Who We AreCIRES (https://cires.colorado.edu/) is an internationally recognized leader in innovative environmental science and research and is located at the University of Colorado Boulder. At CIRES, more than 950 environmental science professionals work to understand the dynamic Earth system, including people's relationship with the planet. CIRES has partnered with NOAA since 1967, and our areas of expertise include weather and climate, changes at Earth's poles, air quality and atmospheric chemistry, water resources, solid Earth sciences, and more. Our vision is to be instrumental in ensuring a sustainable future environment by advancing scientific and societal understanding of the Earth system.The mission of the NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory (CSL) (https://csl.noaa.gov/) is to advance scientific understanding of the chemical and physical processes that affect Earth's atmospheric composition. CSL's vision is a nation that has the needed scientific understanding and information about atmospheric composition to make optimal decisions for the well-being of current and future generations.What Your Key Responsibilities Will BeResponsibilities for All Applicants:
Operate a PTR-ToF-MS and an LToF-CIMS instrument to measure the atmospheric trace gases and their oxidation products.
Independently operate these instruments, calibration systems, and other instruments in the laboratory and in the field.
Periodic travel for several weeks at a time is required.
Analyze and interpret data collected by these instruments.
Present results at scientific meetings and publish them in peer-reviewed literature.
Additional Responsibilities for Research Scientist:
Contribute to the formulation and execution of research directions within the Tropospheric Chemistry Program.
What You Should Know
This is a 2-year position with the possibility of extension based on performance and availability of funding.
Periodic travel for several weeks at a time is required for this role.
This position will be rostered in CIRES at the University of Colorado Boulder but will be physically situated in the NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory located within the David Skaggs Research Center, 325 Broadway, Boulder, CO 80305.
If you are the selected finalist, you will be required to pass a federal laboratory background clearance for site access.
Non-US citizens without green cards may have limited building access and require an escort in the building.
What We Can Offer
CIRES offers a generous compensation package.
This position will be filled at the post-doctoral or Research Scientist I level. The annual hiring salary range is $64,500 - $70,000 for Post-Doctoral Associates and $72,000 - $90,700 for Research Scientists. Salary is commensurate with education and years of experience and determined based on our CIRES internal career track classification.
Relocation expenses are available for this position following CIRES and the University of Colorado's relocation processes and procedures.
This position can accommodate a hybrid work modality in accordance with project needs.
CIRES and the University of Colorado Boulder offer a robust training curriculum, opportunities for professional development and a Mentorship Program.
Boulder is a vibrant community with access to mountain parks, dog parks, miles of trails, rivers, lakes, cafes, restaurants, boutiques, theaters, museums, and sports venues. Boulder was recently ranked as the top place to live in the U.S. News (https://realestate.usnews.com/places/rankings/best-places-to-live) .
As an employee at CU Boulder, you receive a pass allowing free access to the regional public transit system (https://www.rtd-denver.com/) , which is an outstanding network of buses and light rail systems that provide service within Boulder and connect to Denver, the Denver airport, and surrounding communities.
BenefitsThe University of Colorado offers excellent benefits (https://www.colorado.edu/jobs/benefits) , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder (https://www.colorado.edu/about) .Be StatementsBe courageous. Be excited. Be Boulder.What We RequireRequirements for All Applicants:
Ph.D. in chemistry, physics, atmospheric sciences, environmental engineering, or a closely related field.
Experience in experimental physical sciences and data analysis.
Additional requirements for Research Scientists:
At least one year of relevant experience beyond the doctoral work.
What You Will Need
Ability to work in a collaborative environment with a diverse group of scientists.
Commitment to supporting an inclusive laboratory.
The ability to work in a team and participate in the development of original research projects.
Special InstructionsTo apply, please submit the following materials:
Resume or CV.
Cover letter addressed to the Search Committee briefly describing your qualifications, professional goals, and how this position aligns with your research interests.
Although not required at the time of application, please be ready to submit information for 5 professional references (must include at least 2 supervisors or professors). If you are identified as a finalist for this role, you will be asked to invite your references to complete a SkillSurvey questionnaire on your behalf. SkillSurvey is an online reference check solution. All information is kept confidential and shared only with the search committee members.
If you are selected as the finalist, your degree will be verified by the CU Boulder Campus Human Resources department using an approved online vendor. If your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit a translated version as an optional attachment.This position will close on October 9, 2024 .Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs (https://www.colorado.edu/jobs/) .In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/CIRES-NOAA-CSL-Post-Doctoral-Associate-or-Research-Scientist-in-Proton-Transfer-Reaction-Mass-Spectrometry/58917 (https://apptrkr.com/5697207)Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency (https://www.jobelephant.com/)jeid-d2544fdc6aaa3f4c86bc51ef139b71ffThe University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.