The Instrumentation Scientist will be responsible for the operation, training and maintenance of various scientific instrumentation, including but not limited to MALDI - Mass Spectrometer, Differential Scanning Calorimeter, Clinical Cryostat, X-ray Diffractometer and Dynamic Light Scattering located within the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics’ Instrumentation Center. The specialist will prepare and analyze samples submitted from both, University and industrial users. He/she will train, supervise and assist the users of these instruments including faculty, staff, and students within the University, as well as users from outside the University.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education/experience/licensing:
• A minimum of a Ph.D. in a related scientific field
• Several years of experience working with several of the following: X-ray Diffraction, MALDI-MS, Differential Scanning Calorimetry, Differential Thermal Analysis instruments, microscopes and/or light scattering instruments
• Experience training users on instrumentation use
• Experience writing proposals for funding

Communication and other skills:
• Able to readily identify and communicate instrument malfunctions to necessary personnel
• Possesses organizational, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
• Proficient in data analysis, interpretation and reporting
• Excellent communication and customer service skills

Conditions of Employment:

To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. To further this effort, the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center is requiring candidates for employment to be nicotine-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements will include cotinine (nicotine) testing, as well as drug and other required health screenings for the position. With the exception of positions within University of Toledo Main Campus and the University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences, the employment offer is conditional upon successful completion of a cotinine test and Occupational Health clearance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation.

The University is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, dual-career professionals and covered veterans.

The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact the HR Compliance at hrcompliance@utoledo.edu or 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30AM and 5:00PM or apply online for an accommodation request.

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