Assistant NMR Facility Manager
The Chemistry Department at the University of Arizona is seeking an
Assistant NMR Facility Manager with strong technical and interpersonal
skills to assist the running of a large research and teaching support facility.
Duties include:
* Magnet maintenance of 6 NMRs (200 MHz – 600 MHz, both Varian and
Bruker) including cryogen filling, shimming and performance testing
* Equipment trouble shooting and interfacing with vendor service
personnel to provide reliable NMR service
* UNIX computer management
* Repairs, preventative maintenance and use of diagnostic equipment to
maintain equipment at highest level of performance
* Upgrade implementation to provide improved equipment capabilities
* Customer service including sample service, training of students and
supervision of trainees
* Clerical duties such as record keeping, accounting and billing
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
* Knowledge of NMR theory, software and applications
* Experience in repair and maintenance of NMR instruments or equivalent
radio frequency technology
* Proficiency in use of electronic diagnostic and troubleshooting tools
(oscilloscope, sweeper, frequency counter etc)
* Basic understanding of structural organic chemistry
* Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and teach in small
groups and individually
* Proficiency with commonly used PC and UNIX software; preferred UNIX
management experience
Minimum qualification:
* Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Physics or Electronics Engineering
AND two years of experience in the field of NMR installation, repair or
maintenance; OR Any equivalent combination of experience, training and/or
education approved by Human Resources.
For full position details see job posting #32649 at
<
http://www.hr.arizona.edu/jobs>www.hr.arizona.edu/jobs. A cover letter,
resume and the names and contact information for three references should be
submitted via the on-line application system.
Evaluation of applications begins 05/02/05 and will continue until the
position is filled. The University of Arizona is an EEO/ADA/AA Employer,
M/W/D/V. The Immigration and Reform Act requires you to have proof of
authorization to work in the U.S.A.
Neil E. Jacobsen, Ph.D.
NMR Facility Manager
Department of Chemistry
119 Old Chemistry
1306 E. University
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ 85721
520-621-8146
FAX 520-621-8407
Received on Tue Apr 19 2005 - 16:26:15 MST