The Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at St Andrews is seeking a laboratory assistant for up to 1 year, to help with processing and analysing samples.  The position is available from 1 August 2015, or as soon as possible thereafter. A bachelor’s degree in a natural science is required, as well as some general laboratory experience.  Main responsibilities include preparation, cleaning, and purification of geological samples for isotope geochemical analysis, as well as general lab maintenance.

Informal enquiries please contact: Dr Andrea Burke, Dept of Earth and Environmental Sciences: ab276@st-andrews.ac.uk

The University of St Andrews is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all, which is further demonstrated through its working on the Gender and Race Equality Charters and being awarded the Athena SWAN award for women in science, HR Excellence in Research Award and the LGBT Charter;  http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/diversityawards/

Please quote ref: KC1084

Closing Date: 4 June 2015

Further Particulars: KC1084TG FPs.doc

Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences
Salary: £21,391 - £24,775 per annum
Start: 1 August 2015 or as soon as possible thereafter
Fixed Term: 12 months