Job Responsibilities: The Technician will be involved in every aspect of operation of the organic chemistry department including but not limited to sample preparation, sample analysis, method development, data quality review, training personnel, maintaining instrumentation, etc. Major responsibilities will include the preparation and analysis of a variety of extracted samples and matrices such as organic based matrices, minerals and raw products, environmental and industrial hygiene samples, etc. Candidates with no previous lab experience will start at the Technician I level working mainly with sample preparation.
Qualifications andRequirements:
BS degree in Chemistry or related field
Experience with solvent extraction techniques
Experience with EPA, OSHA, NIOSH, ASTM preparation and analysis methods and protocols
Strong MS Office applications experience
Strong interpersonal skills
Excellent verbal and written English communication skills
Must have good organizational skills and ability to perform efficiently multiple tasks
Working experience with instruments such as GC-FID, GC-ECD, GC-MS, FTIR or HPLC will be a plus
Experience with instrument maintenance and repair will be a plus
The position could require working after normal business hours