Environmental Lab Analyst, Ankeny, IA

The University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The State Hygienic Laboratory in Ankeny, IA is seeking an Environmental Lab Analyst to perform whole effluent toxicity testing and inorganic chemical analyses in the Limnology Section. The role requires following EPA methods and State guidelines, including maintenance of test organisms and cultures.

Work hours are typically Monday–Friday, with possible weekend work. In-person, on-site position with a strong emphasis on accuracy, documentation, and collaboration within the EH Division.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to perform tasks with accuracy and detailed record keeping.
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact with diverse teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data management tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform whole effluent toxicity testing following EPA methods and State guidelines.
• Carry out analyses of conductivity, total hardness, total alkalinity, and total residual chlorine.
• Maintain cultures for toxicity testing (Pimephales promelas, Ceriodaphnia dubia).
• Follow approved methods and QA procedures for environmental analyses.

Skills

Attention to detail

Record keeping

Communication

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

LIMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

The State Hygienic Laboratory in Ankeny, IA is looking for an Environmental Lab Analyst, within the Limnology Section of the Environmental Health Division. The primary responsibility of this position is to perform whole effluent toxicity testing and inorganic chemical analysis.

This position will follow approved methods to perform specific conductivity, total hardness, total alkalinity, total residual chlorine, and other analyses.

This position will also maintain cultures of Pimephales promelas and Ceriodaphnia dubia for whole effluent toxicity testing and perform whole effluent toxicity testing following EPA methods and State of Iowa guidelines.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm. Occasional weekend work possible.

Work Location: Ankeny, IA

Work Modality: In-Person, on-site.

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

For a full job description, please send an e-mail to the contact listed below.

About Pay and Compensation

Pay Grade: 3A

Qualifications

Education or Equivalency Required

A bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

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 learn to achieve or exceed desired outcomes of current and future organizational goals and needs.
• Demonstrate working proficiency with Microsoft Office software, (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).

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).

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 .