Isotope Research Analyst - Environmental Field & Lab

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign seeks an Academic Professional to support isotopic analysis and environmental sample preparation in NR/ENV sciences. The role combines field sampling, lab work, and data management to advance hydrology and biogeochemistry projects.

Qualifications include a related bachelor’s degree and experience with field sampling, lab protocols, and detailed record-keeping. Salary ranges $41,000–$42,450 with a 12-month appointment and full benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and field sampling experience.
• Experience following field and lab protocols and maintaining records.
• Willingness to travel between field sites and labs as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare environmental samples for isotopic analysis and maintain chain of custody.
• Maintain and organize field and laboratory data in research databases.
• Assist collection of samples from field sites following standardized protocols.

Skills

Field sampling methods

Data management

Isotope prep

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field

Tools

LIMS

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign seeks an Academic Professional to support isotopic analysis and environmental sample preparation in NR/ENV sciences. The role combines field sampling, lab work, and data management to advance hydrology and biogeochemistry projects.

Qualifications include a related bachelor’s degree and experience with field sampling, lab protocols, and detailed record-keeping. Salary ranges $41,000–$42,450 with a 12-month appointment and full benefits.