Environmental Lab Technician & Coordinator - LIMS & QA

University of New Orleans; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform critical support functions in the Environmental Department. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and experience with laboratory information management systems (LIMS). The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. This position is key for maintaining quality control and ensuring laboratory safety protocols are followed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate’s degree plus 3 years of experience, or 6 years of work experience.
• Minimum 1 year experience as a laboratory technician.
• Valid Laboratory Technician or related license/certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform support functions in the Environmental Department.
• Maintain responsibility for acid fixing samples and ensuring samples meet acceptance criteria.
• Participate in quality control and proficiency testing.

Skills

Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills

Effective organizational and time management skills

Great attention to detail

Proficient in Zoom and Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biological, environmental, or chemical science

Advanced degree

Tools

Laboratory information management system (LIMS)

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Job description

An educational institution is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform critical support functions in the Environmental Department. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and experience with laboratory information management systems (LIMS). The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. This position is key for maintaining quality control and ensuring laboratory safety protocols are followed.