[Ccb_faculty] Lab tech position available in my group

[Peter Homyak]

Hi all,

We are hiring a lab tech in case you know folks who might be interested in
the position. Thanks!

-Pete

*Laboratory Technician Position*



The Ecosystem & Soil Microbial Processes Lab led by Dr. Pete Homyak in the
Department of Environmental Sciences at UC-Riverside is accepting
applications for a laboratory technician. Competitive candidates will have
a B.S. (minimum requirement) and/or M.S. degree in biogeochemistry, soil
science, soil microbiology, environmental science, ecology, or a closely
related discipline. Some desired qualifications include: fieldwork
experience, experience using scientific instruments, and familiarity with
enzyme assays, mass spectrometry, soil C fractionation and nutrient
extractions.



We research how soil microbial and abiotic processes control the exchange
of elements such as N, P, and C across the soil–water–atmosphere interfaces
to infer how anthropogenic disturbances and changes in global climate may
alter ecosystem biogeochemistry and function. Several field projects are
ongoing in sites along an elevation gradient in the Sierra Nevada, in
several chaparral sites along an atmospheric nitrogen deposition gradient,
in a rainfall manipulation experiment in a Pinyon-Juniper woodland, and in
recently burned chaparral sites across California. We use several novel
tools including a δ13C-CO2/CH4 and N2O isotopomer trace gas analyzers,
LI-COR automated soil flux chambers, and instruments in FIRMS (
https://ccb.ucr.edu/facilities/firms) and the ESRL (
https://envisci.ucr.edu/research/environmental-sciences-research-laboratory-esrl).




*Job responsibilities include:*

·        Assist with research activities in the lab and field including
projects led by students and postdocs.

·        Coordinate the work of undergraduate research assistants.

·        Learn to use laboratory instrumentation and field tools and assist
with student training and sample processing and analysis.

·        Train students on methods used in the lab.

·        Maintain adequate inventory of laboratory supplies/consumables and
oversight of laboratory safety. Operate instrumentation in the lab, FIRMS,
and ESRL to process lab samples.

·        Actively participate in research activities including seminars,
workshops, and lab meetings.



*How to apply: *The position start day is *July 1, 2022*, and will be
initially for one year with the hope that the technician will stay for
multiple years if mutually desired and funding is available. Screening will
begin *May 23rd, 2022*, and will continue until the position is filled. All
UC employees receive comprehensive benefits including medical, dental,
vision, and retirement plans.
https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/.
*Candidates
should apply directly to Dr. Pete Homyak (**phomyak at ucr.edu*
<phomyak at ucr.edu>*) by submitting a single PDF file containing: Curriculum
vitae (CV), contact information of three references, and a cover letter
indicating i) your research interests, ii) how you meet the minimum or
desired qualifications, and iii) why our lab is a good fit. The subject of
the email should be “**Laboratory Technician Position”.*

For more information please visit
https://envisci.ucr.edu/faculty/homyak.html

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action
Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of
excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to
race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law. UCR is a world-class research university
with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. Its mission is
explicitly linked to providing routes to educational success for
underrepresented and first-generation college students.



UCR is located within one hour of downtown Los Angeles, a city that
provides world-class cultural opportunities. Riverside
<https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g32978-Activities-Riverside_California.html>
also provides access to numerous outdoor recreational areas, including
forest, alpine, ocean, and desert environments.


Peter M. Homyak, Ph.D. (he/him)

Assistant Professor of

Ecosystem and Soil Microbial Processes

Associate Editor: Elementa <https://www.elementascience.org/>

Dept. of Environmental Sciences

University of California, Riverside

900 University Ave

Riverside, CA 92521

Phomyak at ucr.edu

(951) 827-2358 | 312 Sci Lab I

http://petehomyak.weebly.com
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