Wet Chemistry Analyst and Instrumentation Specialist

University-of-Louisiana-At-Monroe; Breard (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Louisiana at Monroe seeks a laboratory analyst to perform microbiological and water quality testing, while maintaining strict quality controls and documentation.

You will operate ICP and related instrumentation, follow chain of custody, and complete proficiency testing. A high school diploma and at least six months of lab experience are required, with training in water analyses for coliforms and microbiological methods.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least six months of laboratory experience in analysis procedures.
• Proper training on instrumentation with at least six months operation experience.
• Training in water analyses for total coliform and fecal coliform required.
• Minimum six months microbiological analysis experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform microbiological and water quality testing.
• Operate and maintain ICP and other instrumentation.
• Follow chain of custody procedures.
• Complete proficiency testing and quality control samples.
• Perform routine calculations, maintain records, and report results.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Laboratory procedures

Water analysis

Quality control

Instrumentation training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ICP instrument

Job description

This role involves the accurate completion of various standardized analytical tests, examinations, and procedures, which may include interpreting results.50%Conduct microbiological and water quality testing, adhering to quality control requirements in an unsupervised environment. Operate and maintain ICP and other instrumentation. Follow chain of custody procedures while handling samples and collecting field samples.

30%Ensure compliance with all Quality Assurance/Quality Control program requirements in applicable work areas. Possess a general knowledge of and adhere to safe and proper laboratory techniques. Complete proficiency testing and quality control samples successfully.

15%Perform routine calculations, maintain accurate records, and report results.

5%Perform other duties as assigned.A high school diploma or equivalent is required

At least six months of laboratory experience with analysis procedures is necessary.

Proper training by lab personnel on use of instrumentation along with a minimum of 6 months experience in the operation of the instrument with documentation that acceptable results are achieved by the analyst.

- Training in water analyses for total coliform and fecal coliform is required, as well as satisfactory completion of a short course or structured in-house equivalent on proper analysis techniques.

- A minimum of six months of experience in microbiological analysis and methods is essential.