Student Lab Technician – Soil and Forage Analysis Lab

University of Wisconsin-Madison - Student jobs; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Join the Soil and Forage Analysis lab at the Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene as a student team member. Gain valuable lab experience while preparing agricultural samples and assisting with analyses. Ideal for students interested in science and agriculture. Flexible hours available.

Qualifications

• Enrolled university student for spring or fall 2025 semester.
• Interest or previous training in science, chemistry, agriculture, and/or soil science.

Responsibilities

• Preparing agricultural samples including soil, forage, plants, manure, and ag lime.
• Weighing and scooping samples before analysis.
• Working closely with full-time lab staff to complete analysis of samples.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Education

Enrolled university student for spring or fall 2025 semester

Job description

Department Overview:

Be a part of the Soil and Forage Analysis lab at the Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene! This is an opportunity to gain valuable laboratory experience while participating in statewide agricultural testing. We are looking for a reliable and committed student team member for the summer and fall semester with the possibility to continue into the spring or summer.

The Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene (WSLH) serves as the public, environmental, and occupational health laboratory for Wisconsin and is part of the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

The employee in this position will work within the Soil and Forage Analysis Lab. Duties include preparing soil, forage, plant, manure, and lime samples, preparing lab reagents, and performing basic analyses.

Lab Location: 4702 University Drive, Madison, Wisconsin (off campus, west Madison)

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible, between May 15 and June 1.

Remote Work Eligibility: Not remote

Anticipated Hours Per Week: 20 hours

Schedule:

1. Up to 20 hours per week.
2. Generally between 8 am – 4:30 pm; e.g., Monday – Thursday, or Tuesday - Friday.
3. Schedule is flexible and can be adjusted as needed.

Salary/Wage Range: $15.00 per hour

Number of Positions: 1

Qualifications:

• Enrolled university student for spring or fall 2025 semester.
• Interest or previous training in science, chemistry, agriculture, and/or soil science.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently after training.

Position Summary/Job Duties:

• Preparing agricultural samples including soil, forage, plants, manure, and ag lime.
• Weighing and scooping samples before analysis.
• Collaborating with lab staff to analyze samples for tests like ash, loss on ignition, and texture.

Physical Demands:

Must be able to occasionally lift 50 pounds.

Institutional Statements:

UW-Madison is an Equal Employment and Equal Access Employer committed to increasing workforce diversity.

Diversity enriches our community through strength, creativity, and innovation. We value contributions from all backgrounds and are dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity.

For more information on campus diversity and inclusion, visit: diversity.wisc.edu

Accommodation Statement:

If you need accommodations due to a disability, please visit: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/