SHREC Lab Technician

Position Details

Position Details

Advertising/Posting Title SHREC Lab Technician Posting Summary

The new UVM Soil Health Research and Extension Center (SHREC) is looking for a hands-on, motivated technician to join the team. The laboratory technician will take the lead on running biological, chemical, and physical soil health indicator protocols in the lab under guidance from the lab manager and other lab staff. They will accurately track soil samples through lab workflows and manage test results and accompanying metadata for client reporting and lab database purposes. They will contribute and play a key role in a growing team committed to supporting soil health testing and research in Vermont.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

B.S. in soil science, environmental sciences, natural resources, or closely related field.

One year of prior soils laboratory experience.

Knowledge of general laboratory safety protocols.

Experience with data organization.

Desirable Qualifications

Demonstrated ability to work productively and collaboratively with others as part of a laboratory team.

Anticipated Pay Range $22.43-$25.00/hr Other Information 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 09/16/2026 Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) Open Until Filled No

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The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM's mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

Position Information

Position Title Research Laboratory OC2 N Posting Number S6293PO Department Agricul Landscp Environmnt/51070 Position Number 00027999 Percent of Full-Time 1.0 Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5 Term (months per year) 12

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