Lab Technician

University of Wisconsin Madison, United States

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Madison, WISCONSIN

Details

Posted: 16-Mar-24

Location: Madison, Wisconsin

Salary: Open

Categories:


Other Staff/Administrative
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 295151-TE



Job Summary:

This position will provide technical laboratory support to the Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene (WSLH) Inorganic chemistry program. The samples the technician will assist with are primarily associated with Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and United States Geological Survey (USGS). The primary duty will be the preparation of samples for routine water analysis. Additional responsibilities will include reagent preparation, sample custodianship and providing general assistance in the inorganic lab as needed. This position will work under the general supervision of the Inorganic Chemistry Supervisor.

Responsibilities:
Performs routine support in a laboratory to support diagnostic or research work. May calibrate and maintain equipment and creates and/or updates records. May handle administrative and logistical tasks.
  • 10% Uses, maintains, calibrates, and sets up lab equipment and apparatuses according to established policies and procedures and documents activities
  • 50% Coordinates and participates in a variety of routine technical duties by providing assistance to research and/or laboratory staff in testing and experiments
  • 10% Performs quality control, acknowledges documents, performs document reviews and/or writes and revises documents as assigned
  • 5% Completes and acknowledges trainings
  • 10% Sets up, prepares, and cleans laboratory glassware, instruments, equipment, and laboratory work spaces
  • 15% Completes LIMS data entry for compliance samples

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Education:

Preferred
H.S. Diploma

Qualifications:

Chemistry or Environmental Laboratory experience preferred but not required.

Work Schedule:

Work hours Monday through Friday 7:45 AM to 4:30 PM.

Work Type:

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

This is a SIX MONTH TERMINAL APPOINTMENT.
This position has the possibility to be extended based on need and/or funding.

Salary:

Minimum $21.00 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications

Additional Information:

WSLH does not sponsor work visas at the time of hire or anytime during employment for this position. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required Employment Eligibility Form I-9.

How to Apply:

To begin the application process please click on the "Apply Now" button. You will be asked to upload a current resume/CV, a cover letter briefly describing your qualifications relevant to the position, and a document listing contact information for three (3) references, including at least one supervisor.
If you have questions, you may email [email protected]  or call Dan Makovec, 608-890-1011.

Contact:

Dan Makovec
[email protected]
608-890-1011
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.


Official Title:

Lab Technician(HS059)

Department(s):

A52-WI STATE LAB OF HYGIENE/INORGANIC CHEMISTRY

Employment Class:

Temporary Employment

Job Number:

295151-CL
 
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