The Lunar and Planetary Laboratory of the University of Arizona (https://www.lpl.arizona.edu) invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher in the fields of electron microscopy and planetary materials. The successful applicant will be part of the planetary materials research group (https://www.lpl.arizona.edu/PMRG/) that uses electron microscopy to explore the nature and origins of planetary materials. The initial appointment is for one year with expected renewal up to three years, pending funding and satisfactory performance. The position is expected to begin January of 2020.
The University of Arizona has recently invested in electron microscopy, and the postdoctoral candidate will have access to a Cameca SX-100 electron microprobe, two Hitachi scanning electron microscopes, a ThermoScientific Helios focused-ion-beam scanning-electron microscope, and a 200 keV aberration-corrected Hitachi HF5000 scanning transmission electron microscope. These instruments are housed within the Kuiper Materials Imaging and Characterization Facility and will play a critical role in the analysis of samples to be returned by the NASA OSIRIS-REx Mission being led by the Lunar and Planetary Laboratory at the University of Arizona.
Details on the position and how to apply can be found at https://uacareers.com/postings/39148.
Soquelec Ltd., founded in 1974, is the Canadian distributor of consumables and equipment for high-end imaging, analysis, and sample preparation research laboratories across Canada.
Job Summary
The ideal candidate would be responsible for the sales and, possibly, service of scientific equipment from a variety of suppliers (TESCAN, Gatan, Quorum, Bruker, etc.), as well as establish and maintain strong business relationships with our current and potential customers in Ontario and the Maritime provinces. You will be working with the rest of the sales team and the administrative staff closely to achieve your sales goals and contribute to company objectives.
Key Responsibilities
· Initiate contacts with potential customers and qualify sales opportunities;
· Follow up and close sales opportunities in a timely manner;
· Update internal CRM regularly of any relevant task, activity or note;
· Train end users on applicable instruments;
· Build and facilitate positive and productive customer relationships;
· Participate in applicable trade shows and conferences;
· Participate in applicable training opportunities.
Requirements
· Master’s degree in Science – Physics preferred;
· Excellent communication skills in English (French an asset);
· 3-year experience in a similar role;
· Excellent sales ability and customer focus;
· Strong self-management skills and initiatives;
· Valid Canadian driver’s license;
· Willingness and readiness to travel 80% of the time.