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Laboratory Technician I

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University of Florida

Gainesville, FL (In Person)

$37,440 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 6 days ago (Updated 3 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 8/2/2026

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Job Description

Laboratory Technician I University of Florida - 4.2 Gainesville, FL Job Details Full-time $17 - $19 an hour 18 hours ago Qualifications Biology Water sampling data analysis Laboratory environmental analysis research Laboratory inventory control Chemical extraction Laboratory filtration Field studies Laboratory equipment routine checks Sterilization Soil sampling Laboratory instruction Data quality assurance Implementing laboratory quality control protocols High school diploma or GED Biochemical laboratory techniques Filtration Laboratory standard operating procedures Laboratory specimen handling Media preparation Cleaning Implementing research protocols Laboratory inventory records management Technical skills instruction Instrument maintenance Associate's degree 2 years Ultraviolet-visible spectrometers Entry level

Full Job Description JOB NO:

539917

WORK TYPE:

Staff Full-Time

LOCATION

Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

DEPARTMENT

60210000 - AG-SOIL

AND WATER SCIENCE CLASSIFICATION TITLE

Laboratory Technician

I CLASSIFICATION MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Associate's degree in an appropriate area of specialization or a high school diploma and two years of related experience. Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

JOB DESCRIPTION

As per QA/QC protocols, conducts analytical procedures on laboratory instrumentation, such as autoanalyzers (AA500), carbon/nitrogen analyzers (TN/TC and TOC/TN), spectrophotometer (UV-1800), and troubleshoots malfunctions when needed. Compiles results and tabulates data. Participates in implementation and integration of laboratory accreditation and certification program including 1) maintaining up-to-date sample receipt, equipment usage, reagent preparation, and standard logs, 2) maintains labware and chemical inventory used for assigned instrument(s), and 3) training other lab personnel in the techniques and operation and use of various equipment involved in the analysis of chemical and nutrient parameters for water, soil, and plant tissue samples. As necessary, coordinates and participates in field/greenhouse experiments and sampling including the gathering of supplies, operation of equipment, processing and preservation of collected samples, and the operation and maintenance of vehicles/boats/trailers. Collects, prepares, and processes water/tissue/soil samples following established procedures. Prepares standard volumetric solutions or reagents to be combined with samples, following standardized formulas or experimental procedures. Maintains, cleans, and sterilizes laboratory instruments, equipment, and work areas. Keeps detailed logs of all work-related data and activities.

EXPECTED SALARY

$17-$19 per hour; commensurate with education and experience

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

PREFERRED

a bachelor's degree with experience in analytical methodologies and procedures such as extractions, digestions, fumigations, filtrations, and carbon/nitrogen/phosphorus analyses. ability to conduct laboratory procedures with high accuracy, precision, organize data and perform QA/QC analyses on the data as per the protocols. experience and familiarity with

NELAC QA/QC

type protocols and implementation basic training of the operation and maintenance of the labortaory instruments ability to keep track of several experiments running simultaneously ability to interact with laboratory personnel professionally working knowledge of boats and general water safety

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. This is a time-limited position. This position is eligible for veteran's preference. If you are claiming veteran's preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.