Laboratory Technician, IWH Environmental Research

Job Summary

The Laboratory Technician will support environmental research and analytical testing related to environmental samples. This position is responsible for sample preparation, chemical analyses, data recording, and laboratory operations in compliance with standard methods, quality assurance protocols, and safety regulations. The technician will work closely with faculty, researchers, and students to support research, monitoring, and applied projects.

This position is time limited and 100% sponsored-funded; therefore, continued employment is contingent upon availability of grant or contract funding.

Responsibilities

• Perform field sampling activities, including equipment prep, sample collection and preservation, documentation, and post-field processing in compliance with QA/QC and safety protocols
• Conduct routine chemical and microbiological analyses in the field and in the laboratory
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment
• Maintain accurate laboratory records, logs, and chain-of-custody documentation
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot analytical instruments

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree with a major in Chemistry or equivalent, OR an Associate's Degree with two (2) years of professional experience in an environmental laboratory or equivalent work places

Required Experience

• Minimum one year of experience in a laboratory

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with a major in Chemistry or equivalent

Preferred Experience

• Minimum two years of professional experience in an environmental laboratory
• Water Lab Analyst license or a Class I or II Water Operator license

Proposed Salary

$42,500 - $45,000

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
• Demonstrated experience with operating analytical chemistry instrumentation

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
• Demonstrated experience with data reporting
• Demonstrated experience with field sampling

Location

Armstrong Campus - Savannah, GA

Department Information

Institute for Water and Health

Job ID

295760