Technical Aide

This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides technical support. Responsibilities may include computer programming or operations; research support; medical patient care; technical equipment maintenance, repair, fabrication or operation; or other technical support functions.

This position will include sample preparation and instrument operation for measuring stable isotope composition of a variety or organic and inorganic samples including (but not limited to) various PFAS compounds, wood samples, soil samples, and plant biomass samples. Typical instruments used include isotope ratio mass spectrometry and Orbitrap mass spectrometry. Additional duties may include data compilation and initial data assessment. 

Desired qualifications include a degree (BS or BA) in chemistry or an aligned field and experience with instrumental analysis where experience with mass spectrometry is preferred.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Please submit a transcript and a cover letter explaining 1) your qualifications and preparations for this position, 2) how this position will advance your education and career goals, and 3) any past experience with similar positions. 

ON-CALL

https://integrativebiology.natsci.msu.edu/

The position may require very brief lifting of items up to 25 pounds from roughly floor level to countertop height. 

Advertised: Jul 2, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Jul 6, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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