Wastewater Microbiology Lab Chemist - Field Sampling

Pima Sheriff; Tucson, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Pima County Regional Wastewater Reclamation Department is seeking a Laboratory Chemist to join the Compliance and Regulatory Affairs Office. The position involves performing chemical and microbial analyses on water samples, operating advanced instrumentation, and maintaining meticulous laboratory records.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor's degree in chemistry or related science and have two years of professional lab experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, microbiology, environmental science or related field.
• Two years of professional level, paid laboratory experience performing chemical or microbiological analyses.

Responsibilities

• Perform sophisticated chemical and microbiological analyses.
• Operate analytical instrumentation (IC, AAS, GC/MS, ICP/MS, ICP/OES).
• Prepare samples using complex extraction and digestion techniques.
• Maintain logs and records; enter data and prepare reports.
• Assist supervisors with SOPs and laboratory audits; train staff.
• Follow safety procedures per Quality Manual and Chemical Hygiene Plan.

Skills

Water analysis

Quality control

Data recording

Safety procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related science

Tools

Ion chromatography

Atomic absorption

GC/MS

ICP/MS

ICP/OES

Job description

Pima County Regional Wastewater Reclamation Department is seeking a Laboratory Chemist to join the Compliance and Regulatory Affairs Office. The position involves performing chemical and microbial analyses on water samples, operating advanced instrumentation, and maintaining meticulous laboratory records.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor's degree in chemistry or related science and have two years of professional lab experience.