Central State University Hiring for Research Scientist: Analytical Soil Geochemist at Ohio, United States Full Time

Posting Details

Posting Number
0801351

Classification Title
Research Scientist: Analytical Soil Geochemist

Working Title

Department
College of Engineering, Science, Technology and
Agriculture

Department Contact Email
[email protected]

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Agricultural Research and Development Program in the College of
Engineering, Science, Technology and Agriculture ( CESTA ) at
Central State University is looking for a Research Scientist to
work in Agriculture & Natural Resources Information and
Management ( ANRIM ) lab. The candidate will be engaged in projects
related to developing innovative soil and water management
strategies to achieve the twin goal of improved agricultural
productivity and enhanced environmental stewardship in Ohio. More
specifically, the candidate will be applying stable isotope (both
traditional and non-traditional isotope) geochemistry to identify
agricultural best management practices to improve soil and water
conservation in the region and in the state. The successful
candidate will demonstrate the ability to work independently and
cooperatively with researchers and other stakeholders to achieve
the goals of the assigned projects. The candidate is expected to
work with the supervisor to procure further research funding from
federal, state and private funding sources for the continuation of
the research program. The research scientist is also expected to
supervise undergraduate researchers, research technician engaged in
the research in ANRIM lab. The candidate may also be asked to
assist the supervising faculty in teaching undergraduate courses.
The candidate must be skillful in research design, data collection
and data analysis in science related projects. The position
involves travel to research sites for data collection, to meet
research partners and stakeholders. The research scientist is
expected to take the lead on the dissemination of research findings
to end users through workshops, field days, conferences, and
publications.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
• Applying stable isotope (traditional) geochemistry to understand
plant nutrient dynamics in soil and agricultural run off at varying
spatial scales.
• Applying stable isotope (both traditional and non-traditional)
fractionation studies to identify impacts to soil and water
resources resulting from varied agricultural and landscape
management practices and climate change.
• Using isotope geochemistry for tracer studies in agricultural
landscapes.
• Mapping agricultural isoscapes using field-based sampling and
geodatabases
• Laboratory soil, water and plant tissue analysis
• Working with freely available national geodatabases
• Field data collection (Crop, Soil and Water)
• Mentoring and advising undergraduate students
• Supervising research staff in ANRIM lab
• Organizing and presenting workshops to disseminate the research
findings
• Presentations and seminars
• Publications and grant writing
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the
supervisor

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
• Ph.D. in Earth Sciences or related disciplines with isotope
related PhD dissertation work.
• A minimum of three years of post-doctoral research work in
isotope geochemistry
• Demonstrated skill in isotope fractionation, and in the use of
analytical instrumentation including ICP -MS and MC- ICP -MS
• Evidence of peer-reviewed publications in the areas of isotope
geochemistry
• Skillful in elemental purification for isotope analysis

Preferred Qualifications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION :
• Involvement in professional associations or organizations.
• Demonstrated skill in securing grants or strong potential to
secure extramural funding in same areas
• Demonstrated skill in lab instrumentation and analytical
techniques

Posting Date
08/11/2022

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT :
This is a full-time position. The research scientist will report to
Dr. Sakthi Kumaran, Research Associate Professor, Central State
Agricultural and Research Development Program, College of Science
and Engineering.
For further information, please contact Dr. Sakthi S. Kumaran at
937-376 6561 or by email to: [email protected]
Required documents:
• Resume
• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter
• A list of three references
• Copy of academic transcripts

Position Category
Staff – Monthly (Exempt)

Budgeted Annual Salary
$65,000

Supplemental Questions

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Required Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae