APPLICATION/WEBSITE
Duties & Responsibilities
- Prepare environmental samples for isotopic analysis, including filtration, chemical treatment, and preparation of bacterial cultures.
- Maintain and organize field and laboratory data, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely entry into research databases.
- Assist collection of environmental samples from field sites, including tile drainage, streamwater, groundwater, and soils, following standardized protocols for isotopic and hydrological analysis.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Position involves performing moderate physical tasks in both indoor laboratory and outdoor field environments. Position involves working in variable weather conditions, navigating uneven terrain, and lifting/carrying equipment or samples up to approximately 40 lbs. Appropriate training and personal protective equipment will be provided to ensure safety during lab and field activities.
Work Schedule, Travel, or Other Job Expectations
To perform the functions of this position, the employee will be required to perform work in labs and on field sites and must have the capability to travel from one location to the other in a timely fashion. Employee is responsible for securing personal transportation.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, soil science, geology, hydrology, ecology, or a related field. Demonstrated experience with environmental field sampling methods, including water, soil, or groundwater collection. Experience following field and laboratory protocols and maintaining detailed records.
Preferred Qualifications
Valid driver's license.
Experience preparing samples for stable isotope analysis (e.g., nitrate, water isotopes).
Familiarity with laboratory techniques such as filtration, drying, weighing, and chemical preservation of samples.
Research experience in a lab or field setting, particularly related to hydrology or biogeochemistry.
Experience managing data in Excel, Google Sheets, or a laboratory information management system (LIMS).