Position Details
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Advertising/Posting Title Laboratory Technician Posting Summary
Lab technician and mentor of visiting students in a National Science Foundation funded community-focused laboratory for the preparation of cosmogenic nuclide samples. Primary functions include conducting chemical and physical mineral separations to isolate mineral phases from samples, conducting chemical extractions in an isotopic clean laboratory, supervising lab users in simple methods, and serving as an ambassador for visiting students and faculty.
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Bachelor's degree in Geoscience, Earth Science, or Geology. At least 6 months of full time, hands-on laboratory work experience including handling strong acids and hazardous materials. Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of isotopic dating techniques and applications. Experience working in a high-trust community. Experience interfacing professionally with graduate students and faculty.
Desirable Qualifications Anticipated Pay Range $22.34/hour to $24/hour Other Information
Anticipated start date is fall 2026.
Special Conditions A probationary period may be required, Contingent on continued funding, Background Check required for this position FLSA Non-Exempt Union Position Yes, UVMSU
Posting Details
Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.
Job Location Burlington, Vermont, United States Job Open Date 06/04/2026 Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) Open Until Filled No
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Position Information
Position Title Research Laboratory OC2 N Posting Number S6150PO Department Rubenstein Sch Env & Nat Res/57000 Position Number 00026886 Percent of Full-Time 1.0 Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5 Term (months per year) 12
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