Environmental Lab Technician & Scientist

GHD; Questa (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD Questa NM is seeking a Lab Technician/Scientist to support senior chemists and scientists. You will conduct wet chemistry tests on environmental samples and perform solvent extractions on groundwater and soil, while assisting in treatability studies.

You will help with field sampling, lab maintenance, and related tasks. A bachelor’s degree in chemistry/biology or environmental science plus lab experience is required; MS Word/Excel skills and strong English writing are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science or related field.
• Experience in a lab environment through employment or school.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Good written English skills.
• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
• Good problem solving, analytical and arithmetic skills.
• Positive attitude, interpersonal skills and time management.
• Self-starter, flexible, team player with ability to work independently

Responsibilities

• Conduct simple wet chemistry tests on environmental samples.
• Perform organic solvent extractions on groundwater and soil.
• Assist in setup of treatability studies.
• Support office staff and local field sampling programs (training provided).
• Assist in general maintenance of the laboratory.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written English

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Time management

Team player

Self-starter

Willing to learn

Education

Associate/Bachelor in Chemistry or Biology

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

GHD Questa NM is seeking a Lab Technician/Scientist to support senior chemists and scientists. You will conduct wet chemistry tests on environmental samples and perform solvent extractions on groundwater and soil, while assisting in treatability studies.

You will help with field sampling, lab maintenance, and related tasks. A bachelor’s degree in chemistry/biology or environmental science plus lab experience is required; MS Word/Excel skills and strong English writing are essential.