Laboratory Technician
: Job Details :

Pay Range:USD $16.50 - USD $21.50 /Hr.Overview:

CAARES is seeking a qualified individual to serve as an Analytical Chemist for the analysis of environmental chemical contaminants. The individual must have knowledge and experience with sample preparation (extraction/cleanup) as well as analytical instrumentation techniques.

Responsibilities:

• Receive, login and store samples, standards and solvents as per established standard operating procedures.
• Cleanup glassware and help maintain an organized lab.
• Extract and cleanup environmental and biological samples using techniques such as accelerated solvent extraction and solid-phase extraction.
• Analyze sample extracts using analytical instrumentation including gas and liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry systems.
• Review and qualify data based on established quality control criteria.

Qualifications:

Education:Minimal Qualifications: Bachelor of Science

Experience:

Minimal Qualifications: 1-3 years of relevant experience.

Essential Skills:

• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks, and to work with shifting priorities and schedules.
• Knowledgeable and experienced with sample preparation and analytical techniques.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Health & Safety:

Health & Safety: All staff has a statutory responsibility to take reasonable care of themselves, others and the environment and to prevent harm by their acts or omissions. All staff is therefore required to adhere to the Universitys Health, Safety, and Environmental Policy & Procedures.

Disclaimer Statement:

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of personnel so classified.

EEO Statment:

Special Instructions to Applicants: An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, Clarkson actively seeks and encourages applications from minorities, women and people with disabilities.

All offers of employment are subject to the applicant successfully passing a background check (including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, and criminal records