Environmental Lab Analyst

The University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Iowa is seeking an Environmental Laboratory Analyst for its State Hygienic Laboratory in Coralville to analyze water and environmental samples and operate GC, MS, LC and related instrumentation. The role emphasizes accurate data and timely results for external partners.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's in chemistry or related field and strong record-keeping and communication skills. This is an on-site, full-time position with salary commensurate to experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Proficiency with Windows-based computer systems and software.

Responsibilities

• Perform analyses of water and environmental samples for a wide variety of chemical contaminants.
• Maintain and operate instrumentation including LC, GC, MS, and related equipment.
• Ensure prompt analytical turnaround times and clear communication of results to external partners.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Windows proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Tools

Gas Chromatography

Mass Spectrometry

Liquid Chromatography

Electron Capture Detector

Flame Ionization Detector

Job description

The State Hygienic Laboratory in Coralville is seeking an Environmental Laboratory Analyst to work in its Analytical Chemistry Testing Program. The analyst will perform analyses of water and environmental samples for wide variety of chemical contaminants. The analyst will be responsible for maintaining and operating various instrumentations, including liquid and gas chromatographs, mass spectrometers and other associated equipment to ensure prompt analytical response and minimal turnaround times back to external partners and customers.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
Work Location: Coralville, IA
Work Modality: In-Person, on-site

To learn more about the department visit https://shl.uiowa.edu/

About Pay and Compensation:
Pay Grade: 3A

Education or Equivalency Required:

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to perform tasks that require accuracy, attention to detail, including accurate record keeping.
• Demonstrates effective communication, using varied tools and techniques to transmit, receive, and interpret information, both written and verbally.
• Demonstrate the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and civil manner and utilize existing resources and learning to achieve or exceed desired outcomes of current and future organizational goals and needs.
• Extensive proficiency with Windows based systems, computer and digital operations.

Highly Desirable Qualifications:

• Demonstrate six months to one year, of relevant laboratory experience.
• Demonstrate working knowledge and experience using and maintaining laboratory instrumentation.
• Basic environmental lab testing experience (e.g., water or other environmental testing) in high throughput lab setting.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Basic familiarity with state and federal environmental testing regulations.
• Demonstrate working knowledge and experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
• Experience with gas chromatography with various detectors such as mass spectrometer, electron capture detector (ECD), flame ionization detector (FID).
• Experience with high performance liquid chromatography with various detectors such as mass spectrometer, ultraviolet (UV), and fluorescence.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

For additional questions, please contact: VPR Talent ( [e-mail] )

This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

About the University of Iowa

Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly impacts education, research, and student success.

Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance.

Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation.

Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Environmental Lab Analyst
• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus

Compensation

Contact Information

• Contact Name: VPR Talent

Equal opportunity employer

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.

Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, [phone] or [e-mail] . For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543 .