Internal Only – Research Assistant in Palaeoclimate Laboratory

Job title:

Internal Only – Research Assistant in Palaeoclimate Laboratory

Company

Cardiff University

Job description

School / DirectorateSchool of Earth and Environmental SciencesAdvertThis post is currently open to employees of Cardiff University only. Please do not apply if you do not have a current contract of employment with the University.Internal Applicants Only – Research Assistant in Palaeoclimate LaboratoryWe are looking for a research assistant to join the Past2Future team in the School of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Cardiff University. Past2Future is a Horizon Europe research project which brings together researchers from 24 institutions to radically advance our understanding of Earth’s climate, with considerable focus on potential abrupt climatic transitions and the crossing of tipping points.In this role, you will:

• Prepare marine sediments for geochemical analysis
• Pick microfossils from marine sediments using binocular microscopy
• Assist in the geochemical analysis of marine samples

We’d like to hear from you if you:

• Have experience working in a science laboratory
• Can keep meticulous records of sample data
• Can follow specific lab procedures to a consistently high standard
• Have an interest in learning mass spectrometry techniques
• Have an interest in palaeoclimate / palaeoceanography research

We can offer you the chance to work in a vibrant organisation, with and opportunities for progression. We are a proud Living Wage supporter.Please contact Carrie Lear ( ) for an informal, confidential discussion about the role.For further details about working in Cardiff University please contact John Evans via email:
More information on the School of Earth and Environmental Sciences:This post is fixed-term for a period of 12 months, full-time. Part-time working may be possible.Salary £33,232 – £35,880 per annum, pro-rata if part-time hours worked (Grade 5)Closing date: Friday, 20 December 2024External applications are currently not being considered for this post. If the decision is made to open the post to external candidates, the strapline at the top will be removed and you will be given ample time to apply – please check back periodically for details.Please be aware that Cardiff University reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.Cardiff University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds who have the ambition to create a University which seeks to fulfil our social, cultural and economic obligation to Cardiff, Wales, and the world. In supporting our employees to achieve a balance between their work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements.Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.Cardiff University is a signatory to the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA), which means that in hiring and promotion decisions we will evaluate applicants on the quality of their research, not publication metrics or the identity of the journal in which the research is published. More information is available at:Post Reference Number19506BRJob DescriptionMain functionTo contribute to research within Cardiff University’s Palaeoclimate Laboratory, carrying out supporting work that helps lead to the publishing of high-quality research.Main Duties and Responsibilities

• To undertake research by planning, preparing, setting up, conducting and recording data from the geochemical analysis of marine sediments
• Actively participate within the research group, communicating and presenting research at meetings, through publications and other recognised avenues as appropriate, ensuring information is communicated to internal and external partners
• To contribute and support research publications and presentations as required
• To contribute and support research funding bids as required
• To analyse and communicate complex ideas, concepts and data using appropriate methods and packages
• To resolve issues and support colleagues in devising procedures required to ensure accurate and timely reporting
• To generate research output and contribute to the development of independent and original ideas as appropriate

To provide guidance to other members of staff within the Past2Future research team * To provide support in research activities for undergraduate courses and research programmes and provide guidance to other members of staff within the research team

• To maintain knowledge of marine sediment geochemical preparation techniques, researching and critically appraising relevant literature within the area.

Other

• To participate in School administration and activities to promote the School and its work to the wider University and the outside world
• To undergo personal and professional development that is appropriate to and which will enhance performance.
• To ensure that an understanding of the importance of confidentiality is applied when undertaking all duties
• To abide by the University policies on Health and Safety and Equality and Diversity
• Any other duties not included above, but consistent with the role.

Salary Range Max.35,880GradeGrade 5Salary Range Min.33,232Job CategoryAdmin / ClericalCareer PathwayResearchPerson SpecificationEssential CriteriaQualifications and Education * A degree in a STEM subject, or equivalent experience
Knowledge, Skills and Experience * Knowledge of palaeoclimate or geochemistry research methods and techniques

• Proven ability to analyse complex information and summarise appropriately
• Knowledge and understanding of competitive research funding to be able to develop applications to funding bodies

Communication and Team Working * Proven communication skills, including presentation to various audiences

• Excellent organisational and team-working skills

Other * Proven ability to demonstrate creativity, innovation and teamworking within work
Desirable Criteria * Postgraduate degree at PhD level (or nearing completion / submission) in a related subject area or relevant industrial experience

• Experience working in palaeoclimate / geochemistry laboratories
• Experience working with marine microfossils
• Experience operating mass spectrometers
• Proven ability to work without close supervision
• Proven ability to adapt to the changing requirements of the Higher Education community

Expected salary

£33232 – 35880 per year

Location

Cardiff

Job date

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 08:06:32 GMT

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