Lab Technician/Scientist

GHD; Questa (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD in Questa, NM seeks a Lab Technician/Scientist to support senior chemists in a field office. You will conduct simple wet chemistry tests on environmental samples and assist in prepare groundwater and soil analyses.

The role emphasizes accuracy, organization, and teamwork in a dynamic lab setting. Associates or Bachelors in chemistry/biology/environmental science preferred; hands-on lab experience and proficiency with MS Word/Excel are desired.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science or related field.
• Experience and aptitude for working 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, good interpersonal skills, and proven time‑management skills.
• Self‑starter, flexible, team player, willing and able to work on a wide variety of tasks with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Lab experience

Analytical skills

Time management

Team player

Self-starter

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Written English

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science or related field

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Lab Technician/Scientist – Questa, NM

We are looking to support senior chemists and scientists in a field office located in Questa, New Mexico.

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science or related field.
• Experience and aptitude for working 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, good interpersonal skills, and proven time‑management skills.
• Self‑starter, flexible, team player, willing and able to work on a wide variety of tasks with minimal supervision.

Equal Opportunity

GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

This position does not provide visa sponsorship.