Alaska Environmental Lab Technician

State of Alaska; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Alaska’s Environmental Health Laboratory in Anchorage is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join the chemistry section and help produce high quality, legally defensible data while maintaining certifications and accreditations. The position operates in a dynamic environment with changing priorities and requires strong organizational and self-management skills.

Responsibilities include sample, reagent, and standard preparations, quality checks, basic testing, SOP reviews, data entry,

Qualifications

• Associate of Science degree in Medical Technician, chemistry, or lab science.
• Two years of postsecondary education with 60/80 credits and required lab/science courses.
• Minimum chemistry and biology coursework with related lab hours.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples, reagents, and standards for testing.
• Perform quality checks and basic testing as part of the lab workflow.
• Review SOPs, enter data, and assist with internal and external audits.
• Maintain certifications and support accreditation activities.

Skills

Decision Making

Technical ability

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal Skills

Knowledge Management

Education

Associate of Science degree

Two years of postsecondary with required science courses

Job description

The State of Alaska’s Environmental Health Laboratory in Anchorage is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join the chemistry section and help produce high quality, legally defensible data while maintaining certifications and accreditations. The position operates in a dynamic environment with changing priorities and requires strong organizational and self-management skills.

Responsibilities include sample, reagent, and standard preparations, quality checks, basic testing, SOP reviews, data entry,