OPS Lab Technician Position Available In Alachua, Florida

OPS Lab Technician University of Florida – 4.2 Gainesville, FL Job Details Part-time $15 – $20 an hour 17 hours ago Qualifications Laboratory experience High school diploma or GED Bachelor’s degree Spectrometer Computer skills Entry level Full Job Description The Stable Isotope Mass Spectrometry Laboratory in the Department of Geological Sciences is seeking a detail-oriented individual to assist with sample preparation and general lab work. The technician will be part of a team that measures stable isotopes of nitrogen, carbon, oxygen, hydrogen in a wide range of materials such as lake and marine sediment, plant tissue, animal tissue, water, and rock. The technician will weigh and transfer small samples prior to analysis. The technician will also use a wide variety of methods in preparation of samples including drying, grinding, acidifying, and organizing. Depending on the interest of the technician the job can include learning to use the mass spectrometers and elemental analyzers. Detailed training in all processes and procedures will be provided.

Expected Salary:

$15 to $20 per hour, commensurate on qualifications and experience.

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent and relevant laboratory experience. Candidate must be detail oriented, self-motivated, responsible, energetic, and able to solve problems

Preferred:

Bachelor’s degree and relevant laboratory experience Previous experience in analytical laboratory setting Experience with isotope ratio mass spectrometers and elemental analyzers is a plus Computer proficiency Special Instructions to

Applicants:

To be considered for this position, please upload your cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:

No.