Multiple Scientist, Engineer and Specialist positions - King Abdullah University of Science and Technology - Saudi Arabia
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posted: March 30 2010
Multiple NMR positions (scientist/engineer and specialist) are immediately available in the NMR core lab at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST). The NMR core lab houses several state-of-the-art Bruker (Avanace III) NMR spectrometers including, 400, 600 and 900 MHz solid, 400, 500, 600, 700, and 950 MHz liquid equipped with cryogenic probes.
The candidate will be a member of a multi-disciplinary, multi-national team of NMR professionals.
Duties
Maintain state-of-the-art Bruker NMRs (950 MHz, 900 MHz 700MHz in total 10) for biological and materials applications.
- Operate and Maintain cryogenic probes.
- Provide strong support in both technical (data acquisition) and scientific (data interpretation) to KAUST users.
- Explore all the functions of state-of-the-art instruments.
- Develop and execute a calibration program for all equipment.
- As time permits, develop experimental processes and procedures to meet specific user needs.
Qualifications
A good knowledge of NMR theory and excellent technical skills, with an ability to work in a team of faculty, staff and students. Training will be made available either at KAUST or at other NMR centers.
Education
- Ph.D in science and engineering Experience
- 5-6 years experience in NMR. Experience with one or more platform-independent data processing packages is strongly desired.
Additional Notes
Candidate for NMR specialist, should have a good knowledge of NMR principle/mechanism and excellent technical skills, with an ability to work in a team of faculty, staff and students. Training will be made available either at KAUST or at other NMR centers. Good oral and written communication skills in English are required.
How to apply
Interested candidates should send a cover letter, CV and the names of at least three references by email to Dr. Xixang Zang (xixiang.zhang@kaust.edu.sa) Manager of Advanced Nanofabrication, Imaging and Characterization Core Lab, King Abdullah University of Science and Technology.
