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Merck Group

Quality Scientist

Miamisburg, OH · On-site

$64K - $107K/yr

The Quality Scientist evaluates stable isotope products according to established protocols and develops, improves, and optimizes analytical methods to ensure process and product quality. This role is ...

Touro University

Post-Doctoral Fellow

Vallejo, CA

$59K/yr

The candidate will join a team of mass spectrometrists responsible for processing and analyzing clinical samples using stable isotope/mass spectrometry techniques. The position will also involve ...

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How much do stable isotope jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for stable isotope in the United States is $16.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Stable Isotope position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Stable Isotope Specialist, you need a solid background in chemistry or geosciences, typically supported by a relevant degree and hands-on laboratory experience with stable isotope analysis. Familiarity with mass spectrometers, isotope ratio analyzers, and data processing software (such as Isodat or LabSolutions) is crucial. Meticulous attention to detail, strong analytical thinking, and effective communication skills help set candidates apart in this field. These skills ensure accurate data collection and analysis, supporting research integrity and advancing environmental, medical, or industrial projects.

What are typical daily responsibilities for someone working with stable isotopes in a laboratory setting?

Professionals working with stable isotopes typically prepare and analyze samples, operate and maintain specialized instruments such as isotope ratio mass spectrometers, and process raw data into meaningful research results. Collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams, they may also contribute to the design of experiments, implement quality control measures, and document findings for reports or publications. Daily routines can involve troubleshooting equipment, adhering to strict safety protocols, and participating in ongoing training to stay current with technological advancements. This role offers an engaging mix of laboratory work, data analysis, and scientific collaboration.

What is a Stable Isotope job?

A Stable Isotope job typically involves working with isotopic analysis in fields such as environmental science, geology, biology, or forensic science. Professionals in this field use mass spectrometry and other techniques to study the natural variations of stable isotopes in different materials. Their work can help answer questions related to climate change, food authenticity, metabolic processes, and ecological interactions.

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Infographic showing various Stable Isotope job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% Full Time, 10% Temporary, 73% Contract, and 14% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,055 per year, or $16.9 per hour.
Geosciences Scholar Work Study

Geosciences Scholar Work Study

Union College

Schenectady, NY

$9.70/hr

Part-time

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

This job is only available to students who qualify for Work-Study. If you are unsure whether you have been awarded Work-Study, please contact the Financial Aid office at finaid@union.edu.

We seek scholar-work-study students in the Union College Stable Isotope Laboratory housed in the Geosciences Department at Union. You will be working with other work study students, a full-time laboratory technician, and several Geoscience and Environmental Science faculty. The stable isotope lab analyzes stable isotope ratios in samples for Union students and faculty, as well as regional scientists. These data are used for several projects related to climate change, ecology, public health, groundwater, weather, etc. The lab is dynamic and often has students from several departments and graduate students from nearby universities working in it.

Department: Geosciences

Location: Olin Center 310

Supervisor:Prof Anouk Verheyden-Gillikin

Work available:Days

Pay rate:$9.70/hr

Number of Positions Available: 2

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • To start: washing glassware

  • As gain experience: preparing standards and operating the mass spectrometer.

You will learn the fundamentals of stable isotope geochemistry as well as laboratory etiquette. The job requires manipulating very small samples, an eye for detail, and working independently. We aim to keep our work-study students for several years, training them in more advanced procedures over time. If students show interest and are willing to advance, this work-study position can be more like a paid internship. The skills you will learn in this position will be a valuable addition to your education at Union, and something that both graduate schools and private firms will see as a valuable asset.

Qualifications for the Position:

  • Must be an incoming student in the Scholars program.

  • No experience is necessary other than a deep interest in science.

Location: Schenectady, NY

E-Verify Participation:Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar).

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