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Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Geosciences
Posting Number
req25732
Department
Geosciences
Department Website Link
Location
Tucson Campus
Address
Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights
The University of Arizona's Department of Geosciences invites you to apply to the role of Postdoctoral Research Associate I. We seek a postdoctoral researcher to conduct research at the Arizona LaserChron Center (ALC) in the Department of Geosciences. The post-doc will participate in all aspects of ALC research, including (1) assisting external researchers in acquiring data needed for their projects, (2) conducting independent research projects, (3) driving the development of new research methods and applications, and (4) participating in ALC education, training, and outreach activities. This is a year-to-year appointment contingent upon funding and performance. This position is expected to be funded for up to two years.
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Conducting independent research projects and preparing manuscripts for publication
- Assisting ALC visiting researchers in acquiring data needed for their projects
- Leading the development of new research methods and applications, and disseminating them in publications
- Participating in ALC education, training, and outreach activities.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must have a doctorate degree completed in Geosciences before hire date.
Preferred Qualifications
- Doctorate degree involving U-Pb geochronology and radiogenic isotope geochemistry.
- Demonstrable hands-on experience with high-resolution mass spectrometry methods (e.g., TIMS, MC-ICPMS)/li>
FLSA
Exempt
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week
40
Job FTE
1.00
Work Calendar
Fiscal
Job Category
Research
Benefits Eligible
Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay
NIH Salary Guidelines, Depends on Experience
Compensation Type
salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies
1
Target Hire Date
8/3/2026
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates
Mauricio Ibañez-Mejia
ibanezm@arizona.edu
ibanezm@arizona.edu
Open Date
4/17/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Documents Needed to Apply
Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
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