Laboratory Technician

Compunnel Inc.; Zionsville (IN); On-site; USD 27,552 - 32,511; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural laboratory company is seeking a Drinking Water Laboratory Technician. The role focuses on assisting in studies to support product registration and conducting laboratory tests. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry and relevant lab experience, alongside strong adherence to safety regulations. This is a contract position located in Zionsville, Indiana.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of lab/analytical experience.
• Experience with bench chemistry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct studies for product registration.
• Operate laboratory instrumentation for tests.
• Comply with laboratory safety procedures.

Skills

Laboratory analytical skills

Chemistry knowledge

Understanding of GLP regulations

Strong adherence to safety procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

Gas chromatographs

Mass spectrometers

High performance liquid chromatographs

Laboratory balances

Job description

Job Title

Drinking Water Laboratory Technician

Duration

12+ Months

Location

Indianapolis, IN 46077

Shift

Monday – Friday; 40hours week; 8:00AM – 5:00PM; Onsite

Pay Rate

​$20 - $23.60/hr on W2 (without benefits)

Required Experience

BS required, MS okay - Chemistry degree preferred; 2+yrs Lab/Analytical experience. Bench Chemistry experience

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Fate & Metabolism lab leader, the incumbent aids in the development of new agricultural products and new uses for existing products. The individual executes methodology for the generation of laboratory data to support the registration and commercialization of new products.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assists in the planning, conduct, and reporting of studies to support product registration for drinking water treatment testing. Supports laboratory testing and data generation as outlined by the study directors for the drinking water studies.
• Operate laboratory instrumentation, including balances, centrifuges, gas chromatographs, high performance liquid chromatographs, mass spectrometers, and water treatment instruments. Interface with instrument/equipment owners and the Lab Operations team to maintain system performance and minimize downtime.
• Strongly adheres to all EH&S policies and follows testing protocols to reduce the probability of a safety incident.
• Complies with laboratory safety procedures, Environmental Protection Agency Good Laboratory Practices Standards, other study-specific regulatory requirements and other pertinent regulatory agency requirements.
• Documents activities in the required manner. Maintenance of neat, accurate, and complete records.
• Interfaces with essential individuals in the Regulatory Science function. Interact positively with all members of the following groups; Fate & Metabolism, Regulatory Analytical, and MSCOE to foster a team approach to projects.

Educational Requirements

The Drinking Water Laboratory Technician should have a general knowledge of chemistry with strong analytical experience and respect for safety procedures. An understanding of GLP regulations, computers, and laboratory techniques is desirable. A minimum of a BS degree and/or relevant experience is desired.

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

Research and Science

Industries

Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing