Senior Research Scientist

The Ohio State University

Columbus, OH, US
Annual: $48,213.00; fte: 27.5%; benefits: not spec...
Doctoral degree in earth sciences
Manage scientific rock repository operations
Database and website development experience
The role involves curating the national United States Rock Repository (USPRR) which provides immediate online access to terrestrial rock sample metadata

Job Summary

  • The role involves curating the national United States Rock Repository (USPRR) which provides immediate online access to terrestrial rock sample metadata.
  • Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, managing sample loans, and developing educational initiatives for schools and the community.
  • The position requires a doctoral degree in Earth Sciences and demonstrated ability to manage scientific repositories and liaise with funding agencies.

Matching Summary

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

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Doctoral degree in Earth Sciences
  • Manage scientific rock repository operations
  • Database and website development experience
  • Sample cataloging and digital imaging
  • Liaison with National Science Foundation

Nice-to-have

  • Experience building educational outreach programs
  • Expanding collections through donations
  • Providing broad access to scientific collections
  • Developing research proposals for funding

Key Requirements

  • Doctoral degree in Earth Sciences
  • Demonstrated ability to manage scientific rock repository
  • Experience maintaining databases and websites
  • Ability to develop successful research proposals

Work Rights

Not specified

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