Scientist 1

HTU; Indiana; On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Wellness program

Flexible spending accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Legal coverage

ID theft protection

Job summary

HTU is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform, support, and oversee the analysis of air, water, and soil samples using established chemistry and biochemistry methods. The role includes cleaning, maintaining, and calibrating instruments, and accurately documenting procedures, observations, and results to keep high-quality laboratory records.

You have a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or other STEM field (training provided) and must be able to work in a lab setting, including

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or other STEM related degrees — or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Training is provided.
• Ability to work effectively in a laboratory environment, including standing for extended periods, working around strong odors, and wearing required personal protective equipment (lab coat, safety glasses, gloves—all provided).

Responsibilities

• Perform, support, and oversee the analysis of air, water, and soil samples using established chemistry and biochemistry methods.
• Clean, maintain, and calibrate laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Accurately document procedures, observations, and results to maintain high-quality, organized laboratory records.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or other STEM related degrees

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Perform, support, and oversee the analysis of air, water, and soil samples using established chemistry and biochemistry methods.
• Clean, maintain, and calibrate laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Accurately document procedures, observations, and results to maintain high-quality, organized laboratory records.

About You

The company is looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or other STEM related degrees — or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Training is provided.
• Ability to work effectively in a laboratory environment, including standing for extended periods, working around strong odors, and wearing required personal protective equipment (lab coat, safety glasses, gloves—all provided).

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: $16.00 per hour, with final offer based on location, experience, education, skills, and internal equity.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) matching with immediate 100% vesting in employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Wellness program, flexible spending accounts, Employee Assistance Program, parental leave, optional legal coverage, and ID theft protection.

Career Progression

Clear pathways to grow and build a rewarding scientific career within an inclusive, values-driven culture focused on integrity, innovation, and continuous improvement.