Senior Research Scientist

The Ohio State University

Columbus, OH, US
Annual: $48,213.00; fte: 27.5%; benefits: not spec...
Manage and grow scientific rock repository
Oversee daily operations and cataloging
Maintain databases and website development
The role involves curating the national United States Rock Repository (USPRR) which provides immediate on-line access to terrestrial rock sample metadata

Job Summary

  • The role involves curating the national United States Rock Repository (USPRR) which provides immediate on-line access to terrestrial rock sample metadata.
  • Responsibilities include overseeing sample distribution, managing student assistants, and developing new proposals for repository continuation.
  • The position requires active community outreach through local school interactions and educational activities on the USPRR website.

Matching Summary

The role involves curating the national United States Rock Repository (USPRR) which provides immediate on-line access to terrestrial rock sample metadata.

Salary

Annual: $48,213.00; FTE: 27.5%; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • manage and grow scientific rock repository
  • oversee daily operations and cataloging
  • maintain databases and website development
  • liaison with National Science Foundation
  • develop research and infrastructure proposals

Nice-to-have

  • experience building educational outreach programs
  • expanding collections through donations
  • providing broad access to scientific collections
  • online platform engagement experience

Key Requirements

  • Doctoral degree in Earth Sciences
  • Demonstrated ability to manage scientific rock repository
  • Experience serving as liaison with funding agencies

Work Rights

Not specified

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