Instrument Specialist

Dartmouth College

Hanover, NH

ID: 7225430
Posted: March 6, 2024
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Job Description

Position Purpose
This individual will be responsible for the management and support of the chemistry department’s pioneering research instrumentation. The individual in this position will serve as an expert and liaison for intra- and inter-departmental analytical chemistry involving spectroscopic, chromatographic, and other types of instrumentation. The maintenance, user training, consulting, and advising of safe and effective instrumentation use are key responsibilities. The Instrument Specialist will work collaboratively and cooperatively with the Instrument Core Facilities manager.
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp Bachelors plus 3-5 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Education and Experience
BA/BS in Chemistry or a closely related field of study.
At least 3 – 5 years of relevant experience in an industrial or academic laboratory, or the equivalent.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
Strong knowledge of research equipment used by chemists.
Experience in operating and maintaining analytical equipment and instrumentation.
Ability and desire to solve analytical, instrumentation, and software issues.
Good interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to work with and instruct faculty, staff, and graduate and undergraduate students in the operation of analytical equipment.
Willingness to handle hazardous materials safely.
Preferred Qualifications
Good organizational and time management skills.
Work independently.
Learn new skills and take initiative in areas of responsibility.
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries Catherine Welder
Department Contact Phone Number 606-646-9096
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Catherine O. Welder, Senior Lecturer
Department Contact's Phone Number 603-646-9096
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.