FYI-Open Microprobe Position

If possible, could the announcment below be sent out the the 
geometamorphism list?  It should be of some interest to the 
members.  

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Dr Thomas Williams			Office:  (915) 747-5440
Electron Microprobe Laboratory		Lab:	 (915) 747-5184
Department of Geological Sciences	FAX:	 (915) 747-5073
University of Texas at El Paso		E-mail:	 [log in to unmask]
El Paso, TX  79968-0555

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ANALYTICAL FACILITIES TECHNICIAN

The Department of Geological Sciences at the University of Texas at El 
Paso seeks candidates for a permanent full-time (12-month) position as
Analytical Facilities Technician. The department is equipped with 
numerous analytical instruments located in a new four-story facility that is
the centerpiece of the university.

Duties include maintenance of a Cameca SX50 electron microprobe, a 
Scintag XDS2000 XRD, a gamma-ray detection INAA unit, a variety of
optical microscopes and other equipment, as well as assistance and 
training of faculty and students from diverse backgrounds in the successful
use of the facilities. Independent or collaborative research is 
encouraged, however, the primary focus of the position is successful 
operation of the facility. The candidate would also assume a variety of 
other duties including serving as safety officer and monitoring inventory. 

Minimum requirements include an M.S. or Ph.D. in geosciences, material 
sciences, or related fields. Direct experience with an electron
microprobe and good communication skills are essential. 

Interested persons, should send a resume, and names of two references to: 

Dr. Kate C. Miller, Chair
Department of Geological Sciences
University of Texas at El Paso
El Paso, TX 79968-0555
E-mail: [log in to unmask]

We will begin reviewing applications on January 31, 2000, and will accept 
applications until the position is filled. 

The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, 
national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or sexual orientation in
employment of the provision of services. 

Kate Miller and other UTEP faculty will be attending the fall meeting of
the AGU, December 12-17 in San Francisco.  We would be interested in
talking with anyone interested in this position at the meeting.  




Dr Gawen RT Jenkin
Lecturer in Applied Geology         direct dial:+44 (0116) 252 3934
Department of Geology            general office:+44 (0116) 252 3933
Leicester University                        fax:+44 (0116) 252 3918
LE1 7RH               Get COOL at http://www.le.ac.uk/geology/grtj1


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