This selection exercise may be used to generate a roster of pre-approved candidates to address future staffing needs for similar functions in any of the Departments and Offices of the Organization.
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Organizational Setting
The Department of Nuclear Sciences and Applications implements the IAEA's Major Programme 2, \"Nuclear Techniques for Development and Environmental Protection\". This Major Programme comprises individual programmes on food and agriculture, human health, water resources, environment and radiation technologies. These programmes are supported by laboratories in Seibersdorf, Monaco and Vienna. The Major Programme's objective is to enhance the capacity of Member States to meet basic human needs and to assess and manage the marine and terrestrial environments through the use of nuclear and isotopic techniques in sustainable development programmes.
The Division of IAEA Marine Environment Laboratories consists of three laboratories, which are located in Monaco. The Division supports Member States in enhancing their capacity to use nuclear and isotopic techniques to understand marine and atmospheric environmental processes and dynamics, and to identify and address environmental problems caused by radioactive and non-radioactive pollutants and climate change.
The Radioecology Laboratory's mission is to improve knowledge about the behaviour and fate of radionuclides and other contaminants in the environment, with a particular emphasis on the biosphere. It aims to assist and enhance Member States' capabilities in the field of radioecology and its applications to ecotoxicology and biogeochemistry.
Main Purpose
Reporting to the Laboratory Head, the Laboratory Technician (Geochronology, Marine Carbon Cycle) is responsible for planning and carrying out laboratory activities for geochronology and ocean carbon cycling studies and is responsible for organising of and participating in research vessel-based field missions on the ocean. In addition, the incumbent contributes to training of fellows and scientific visitors in oceanographic sampling techniques at sea and in the laboratory.
Functions / Key Results Expected
The incumbent may perform his/her work in areas involving exposure to radioactive materials. Therefore, as an Occupationally Exposed Worker, he/she must be medically cleared by VIC Medical Service and is subject to an appropriate radiation and health monitoring programme, in accordance with the IAEA's Radiation Safety Regulations.
Competencies and Expertise
Core Competencies(Competency Framework) Name Definition Communication Communicates orally and in writing in a clear, concise and impartial manner. Takes time to listen to and understand the perspectives of others and proposes solutions. Achieving Results Takes initiative in defining realistic outputs and clarifying roles, responsibilities and expected results in the context of the Department/Division’s programme. Evaluates his/her results realistically, drawing conclusions from lessons learned. Teamwork Actively contributes to achieving team results. Supports team decisions. Planning and Organizing Plans and organizes his/her own work in support of achieving the team or Section’s priorities. Takes into account potential changes and proposes contingency plans.
Functional Competencies Name Definition Analytical thinking Analyses information to identify cause and effect relationships and correlations. Identifies critical elements and assesses consequences of different courses of action and proposes solutions. Client orientation Helps clients to analyse their needs. Seeks to understand service needs from the client’s perspective and ensure that the client’s standards are met. Knowledge sharing and learning Actively seeks learning opportunities and actively shares knowledge and information with others; shares specialized knowledge, skills and learning from experience across different situations and contexts effectively.
Required Expertise Function Name Expertise Description Chemistry Analytical Chemistry Good knowledge of analytical Chemistry and experience in wet-lab chemistry/radiochemistry Administrative Support MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) Proficiency in MS OFFICE and the ability to use databases Chemistry Marine Geochemistry Working knowledge in marine biogeochemical cycles and the marine carbon cycle Environment Oceanography Working experience in operational oceanography Environment Sea-Going Experience Experience in carrying out open ocean ship-based sampling- and measurements campaigns is required
Qualifications, Experience and Language skills
Completed secondary education. Certificates or diplomas in analytical chemistry/chemical oceanography, an asset.
University degree (bachelor) and/or advanced university degree (master's or PhD) in analytical chemistry/chemical oceanography or related field, an asset.
Minimum six years of relevant experience in a laboratory environment of which four years of relevant experience in research laboratory analytical radiochemical techniques related to marine biogeochemistry and experience in open-ocean research campaigns.
Good oral and written command of English. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is an asset.
Administrative skills test to IAEA standard might be part of the selection process.
Remuneration
The IAEA offers an attractive remuneration package including a tax-free annual net base salary starting at EUR 49725 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), 6 weeks' annual vacation, pension plan and health insurance. More information on the conditions of employment can be found at: https://www.iaea.org/about/employment/general-service-staff
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