Laboratory Technician II
Dartmouth College
We are looking for an individual with a Masters or Bachelors degree in the biological or chemical sciences to fill a position in an aquatic ecology laboratory and an analytical core facility. The ideal candidate would possess analytical chemistry skills and experience, including chromatographic separations and mass spectrometry. Responsibilities for this role include performing established laboratory methods, procedures, and techniques under the general guidance of a senior investigator. Individuals with specific experience in LC-MS analysis of PFAS or other organohalogen compounds are preferred. This should include sample preparation and instrumental analysis methods development as well as routine analysis, data reduction and reporting. Preferred skills include experience with trace analytical laboratory techniques common to environmental and/or food analysis laboratories, working with chemical reagents, data management, efficient organization and time management, meticulous attention to detail, and a working knowledge of computers with proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite
This person would work in both in Dr. Celia Chen’s lab and in the Trace Element Analysis (TEA) Core at Dartmouth (https://sites.dartmouth.edu/teacore/).
Send resumes to Dr. Celia Chen Celia.Y.Chen@dartmouth.edu
Aquatic Toxicologist (Staff Scientist)
Pacific EcoRisk
As a staff scientist, you will operate as a key member of the laboratory team, with responsibilities encompassing a full range of laboratory functions and activities. The primary purpose of this position is to fulfill the daily testing needs and general operation of the laboratory, including testing and field sampling. This position includes, but is not necessarily limited to, the daily performance of acute and chronic freshwater, estuarine/marine, sediment, and terrestrial toxicity tests, including familiarization and fluency in the associated testing protocols (e.g., standard operating procedures, test manuals, and demonstration of capability), data acquisition, recording, and review, statistical analyses, and electronic data deliverables. This position may include the design, execution, and management of special studies, including, but not necessarily limited to,
Toxicity Identification Evaluations (TIEs), water-effect ratios (WERs), and chemical spiking studies. This position may include special assignments in quality assurance, safety, training, and equipment maintenance, including assistantships with the Laboratory Manager and/or Quality Manager (e.g., Assistant Lab Manager, Assistant Quality Manager) and Project Managers. This position requires that the candidate exercise advanced biological, chemical, and ecological knowledge to make and interpret observations being made during testing. This position will require the candidate to adhere to the Pacific EcoRisk’s Quality Manual.
More information can be found at this link.
Laboratory Technician Position in Watershed Biogeochemistry
Anthropocene Lab at Michigan State University (MSU)
The Watershed Biogeochemistry in the Anthropocene Lab (http://gersonlab.weebly.com) at Michigan State University (MSU) is seeking applications for a laboratory technician position to start in September 2023. This technician will work on a funded collaborative project between MSU, the University of Colorado Boulder, and the University of California Santa Cruz focused on investigating the interaction of agricultural sulfur runoff and mercury methylation in California vineyards and nearby wetlands. This position will involve laboratory analyses, consisting primarily of total mercury, methylmercury, and mercury isotope measurements from field samples and laboratory incubation experiments. The technician will be trained on all laboratory techniques and then will be expected to develop independence over time. The technician will also assist with general lab management and the training and mentoring of undergraduate students.
More information can be found at this link.
Chemistry Lab Positions (2)
Physis Environmental Laboratories
Physis Environmental Laboratories of Anaheim, CA, is interested in hiring entry-thru-senior level staff; chemistry-biology-envtl sciences background a must, university-commercial lab experience a plus, wage-salary commensurate. Physis, a mature-culture laboratory practice investing in personnel of high character to apply their experiences and aptitudes, invites you or someone you know to apply and explore, continue and further ones interests and aptitudes in a supportiveTQM-pledged work environment toward your very net-positive work-life balance. Full-time preferred, will consider <40 hours. Currently in our field? A college graduate, or soon-to-be? Great opportunity to be a lab tech, chemist, analyst-specialist, and to cross-train>advance>grow. Everyone starts with an office space, also. Please email today your Cover Letter and Resume-CV to markbaker@physislabs.com
Diver Biologist
MBC Aquatic Sciences
MBC Aquatic Sciences currently has 23 employees and has been established for more than 50 years. The successful candidate will work in field, office, and laboratory settings, and must have the social and communication skills to effectively communicate across different personality types. Work is performed year-round in a variety of weather conditions, both as individuals and as a team, and some work-related travel may be required. The position will require: field surveys (marine and fresh water sites), maintaining and operating scientific equipment, launching and retrieving small research vessels, statistical data analysis, and scientific writing. Accuracy and attention to detail are a must. The MBC office work environment is casual and collaborative. MBC offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including: paid holiday, sick, and
vacation time; health insurance (medical, dental, and optical), life insurance, pre-tax FSA, and 401(k) plan.
Interested candidates please see the MBC website or send resumes to Jimmy Nunez at jnunez@mbcaquatic.com.
Water Quality Manager
Irvine Ranch Water District
The Irvine Ranch Water District is accepting applications for a Water Quality Manager who under general direction, will plan, organize, oversee and supervise the efficient operation of the Water Quality Group, including complex laboratory water quality analyses, equipment and quality control/quality assurance, regulatory reports, and water quality projects. The incumbent will manage a full-time staff of 20 people as well as temporary employees and interns, water quality analyses include drinking water, wastewater, recycled water, stormwater, biosolids, and air quality.
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Last updated September 18, 2024.
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