Laboratory Technician, Freshwater Ecology Research

University of Mississippi; Mississippi; On-site; USD 28,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Mississippi in Mississippi is seeking a laboratory and field support professional to aid the Freshwater Ecology Research Lab. You will assist in setting up methods for measuring gas fluxes, collect water samples from lakes, rivers, and wetlands, and perform routine water quality analyses in the lab.

Ideal candidates have a background in biology or chemistry with relevant lab experience, and a willingness to conduct fieldwork and collaborative research with graduate and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, or related science preferred.
• High School diploma required.

Responsibilities

• Provide laboratory and field support to Dr. Jason Taylor's Freshwater Ecology Research Lab.
• Assist lab researchers in setting up methods for measuring gas fluxes related to carbon and nitrogen cycling in lakes and streams.
• Run routine water quality analyses in the lab and prepare reagents.
• Conduct fieldwork and collect water samples in freshwater environments.

Skills

Data collection

Laboratory support

Field sampling

Water quality analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology or related science

High School (Required)

Tools

SEAL nutrient autoanalyzer

Membrane Inlet Mass Spectrometers (MIMS)

PAM fluorometer

LICOR SmartChamber

Job description

The University of Mississippi in Mississippi is seeking a laboratory and field support professional to aid the Freshwater Ecology Research Lab. You will assist in setting up methods for measuring gas fluxes, collect water samples from lakes, rivers, and wetlands, and perform routine water quality analyses in the lab.

Ideal candidates have a background in biology or chemistry with relevant lab experience, and a willingness to conduct fieldwork and collaborative research with graduate and