Chemist II

University of Florida•Gainesville, FL

23h•$53,000 - $57,000

About The Position

Chemical Analysis & Testing [https://www.google.com/search?q=Chemical+Analysis+%26+Testing&rlz=1C1GCEB_enUS1156US1156&oq=ategories+of+duties+for+a+chemist+II+at+UF&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIJCAEQIRgKGKABMgkIAhAhGAoYoAEyCQgDECEYChigATIJCAQQIRgKGKABMgkIBRAhGAoYoAEyBwgGECEYjwIyBwgHECEYjwLSAQkxMzI3OWowajeoAgCwAgA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8&ved=2ahUKEwj5neXmkLmTAxW7goQIHRQBPaEQgK4QegQIAxAB]: Conducts experiments on samples submitted to MSREC; assist graduate students and post-doctoral associates in the analysis of data and experiments under the supervision of the MSREC director. Coordinate research findings and prepare detailed summaries for eventual submission of manuscripts for publication. Prepares samples for various MS analyses, including sample extraction, enzyme digestion, derivatization and other sample preparation techniques as needed. Research & Method Development [https://www.google.com/search?q=Research+%26+Method+Development&rlz=1C1GCEB_enUS1156US1156&oq=ategories+of+duties+for+a+chemist+II+at+UF&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIJCAEQIRgKGKABMgkIAhAhGAoYoAEyCQgDECEYChigATIJCAQQIRgKGKABMgkIBRAhGAoYoAEyBwgGECEYjwIyBwgHECEYjwLSAQkxMzI3OWowajeoAgCwAgA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8&ved=2ahUKEwj5neXmkLmTAxW7goQIHRQBPaEQgK4QegQIAxAD]: Develop new experimental methods. Research information to make recommendations for review by the MSREC Director and implement new techniques once approved by the MSREC Director. Laboratory Operations & Maintenance [https://www.google.com/search?q=Laboratory+Operations+%26+Maintenance&rlz=1C1GCEB_enUS1156US1156&oq=ategories+of+duties+for+a+chemist+II+at+UF&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIJCAEQIRgKGKABMgkIAhAhGAoYoAEyCQgDECEYChigATIJCAQQIRgKGKABMgkIBRAhGAoYoAEyBwgGECEYjwIyBwgHECEYjwLSAQkxMzI3OWowajeoAgCwAgA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8&ved=2ahUKEwj5neXmkLmTAxW7goQIHRQBPaEQgK4QegQIAxAF]: Operation of mass spectrometers, and related auxiliary equipment (HPLC, speed vacuums, centrifuges, etc.). Scheduling maintenance or repair, performing routine maintenance and repair as appropriate, and ensuring proper tuning and calibrating is performed according to specific instrument requirements. Data Management & Reporting [https://www.google.com/search?q=Data+Management+%26+Reporting&rlz=1C1GCEB_enUS1156US1156&oq=ategories+of+duties+for+a+chemist+II+at+UF&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIJCAEQIRgKGKABMgkIAhAhGAoYoAEyCQgDECEYChigATIJCAQQIRgKGKABMgkIBRAhGAoYoAEyBwgGECEYjwIyBwgHECEYjwLSAQkxMzI3OWowajeoAgCwAgA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8&ved=2ahUKEwj5neXmkLmTAxW7goQIHRQBPaEQgK4QegQIAxAH]: Writing, keeping and creating any lab SOP’s, methods or protocols, and safety documents as required by EH&S. Maintaining sample log-in/log-out records including monthly billing of internal and external users for rendered services. Compliance & Quality Control [https://www.google.com/search?q=Compliance+%26+Quality+Control&rlz=1C1GCEB_enUS1156US1156&oq=ategories+of+duties+for+a+chemist+II+at+UF&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIJCAEQIRgKGKABMgkIAhAhGAoYoAEyCQgDECEYChigATIJCAQQIRgKGKABMgkIBRAhGAoYoAEyBwgGECEYjwIyBwgHECEYjwLSAQkxMzI3OWowajeoAgCwAgA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8&ved=2ahUKEwj5neXmkLmTAxW7goQIHRQBPaEQgK4QegQIAxAJ]: Ensures all testing adheres to quality standards and maintains safety standards through laboratory audits. Training & Supervision [https://www.google.com/search?q=Training+%26+Supervision&rlz=1C1GCEB_enUS1156US1156&oq=ategories+of+duties+for+a+chemist+II+at+UF&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIJCAEQIRgKGKABMgkIAhAhGAoYoAEyCQgDECEYChigATIJCAQQIRgKGKABMgkIBRAhGAoYoAEyBwgGECEYjwIyBwgHECEYjwLSAQkxMzI3OWowajeoAgCwAgA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8&ved=2ahUKEwj5neXmkLmTAxW7goQIHRQBPaEQgK4QegQIAxAL]: Trains students in sample preparation and self-operated instruments.

Requirements

Doctoral degree in chemistry or a closely related field; or a masters degree in chemistry or a closely related field and one year of relevant experience; or a bachelors degree in chemistry or a closely related field and three years of relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

PhD in Chemistry, or closely related field.
Ability in working with analytical sample preparation methods, analytical equipment and data analyses for biological and molecular samples is required.
Prefer experience in wet laboratory procedures, sample preparation, solution preparation, biological sample handling techniques, and soft matter characterization.
Ability to work independently in a multitask team-based environment with attention to detail, experience with Microsoft Office tools (Excel / Word / PowerPoint), and excellent written and verbal communications skills are required.

Responsibilities

Conduct experiments on samples submitted to MSREC
assist graduate students and post-doctoral associates in the analysis of data and experiments under the supervision of the MSREC director
Coordinate research findings and prepare detailed summaries for eventual submission of manuscripts for publication
Prepares samples for various MS analyses, including sample extraction, enzyme digestion, derivatization and other sample preparation techniques as needed
Develop new experimental methods
Research information to make recommendations for review by the MSREC Director and implement new techniques once approved by the MSREC Director
Operation of mass spectrometers, and related auxiliary equipment (HPLC, speed vacuums, centrifuges, etc.)
Scheduling maintenance or repair, performing routine maintenance and repair as appropriate, and ensuring proper tuning and calibrating is performed according to specific instrument requirements
Writing, keeping and creating any lab SOP’s, methods or protocols, and safety documents as required by EH&S
Maintaining sample log-in/log-out records including monthly billing of internal and external users for rendered services
Ensures all testing adheres to quality standards and maintains safety standards through laboratory audits
Trains students in sample preparation and self-operated instruments