Job Summary

The OPS Research Laboratory Technician I performs entry level laboratory tests and procedures. Performs all procedures necessary to maintain a safe, uninterrupted work environment in accordance to departmental and national safety guidelines.

Job Description

The OPS Research Laboratory Technician I performs entry level laboratory tests and procedures. Performs all procedures necessary to maintain a safe, uninterrupted work environment in accordance to departmental and national safety guidelines.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Performs a variety of standard laboratory tests, procedures, and analyses.
• Collects and organizes data and documents results.
• Prepares specimens, cultures, solvents, solutions, reagents, and apparatuses according to guidelines.
• Maintains clean laboratories facilities. Responsible for set up and breakdown of equipment.
• Participates in environmental health and safety audits, maintains accurate records, and ensures compliance with safety regulations of science laboratories.
• Performs routine maintenance and inspections to ensure optimum calibration and condition of equipment.
• Maintains supplies and replenish stocks of solvents, reagents, and solutions. Ensures chemicals are stores in the correct manner according to safety codes, regulations, and best practices.
• Maintains accurate records on equipment maintenance and acquisition of supplies.

Other duties:

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of relevant full-time experience in a laboratory setting.
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.
• Experience operations a personal computer and proficient with Microsoft Office. (Word, Excel, and Outlook).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Environmental Studies, Geology, Marine Science, Biology, Chemistry, or other appropriate Natural or Physical Science.
• Laboratory experience in an academic setting.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of the use and maintenance of laboratory facilities and/or equipment.
• Knowledge of laboratory and experimental protocols and procedures.
• Knowledge of inventory control principles and methods.
• Knowledge of applicable safety standards, guidelines, and protocols.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and an ability to prioritize and complete simultaneous projects within deadlines.
• Ability to prepare stock chemicals according to given standards.
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Ability to maintain records and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to work successfully as both a member of a team and independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to prepare and set-up appropriate laboratory materials and equipment for various laboratory activities.
• Ability to utilize, calibrate, configure, and/or troubleshoot laboratory equipment and instruments.