Environmental Scientist

3 weeks ago


Iowa City, Iowa, United States The University Of Iowa Full time
Job Description

This position will be filled as either an Environmental Laboratory Specialist (PHB2-4A) or Environmental Laboratory Scientist (PHB4-6A) based on candidate qualifications of the successful candidate.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform analysis samples for chemical threat agents and contaminants in a wide variety of matrices.
  • Responsible for sample preparation, sample analysis, data processing and reporting of results from a variety of forms, including clinical, environmental, and food matrices.
  • Operate and maintain instruments, including LC-MS/MS, HPLC, GC-MS and associated equipment to ensure prompt analytical response and minimal turnaround times back to external partners and customers.
  • Additional duties include method development and outreach/training to first responder organizations.
Requirements
  • A Master's degree in chemistry, or closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required for the Environmental Laboratory Scientist position.
  • A Bachelor of Science in chemistry, analytical chemistry, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required for the Environmental Laboratory Specialist position.
  • Extensive direct experience in appropriate laboratory techniques is required, including extensive knowledge of analytical instrumentation and method development/validation.
  • Considerable experience with specific instrumentation including LC-MS/MS and GC-MS.
  • Effective communication, using varied tools and techniques to transmit, receive, and interpret information, both written and verbally.
  • Extensive proficiency with Windows based systems, computer and digital operations.
  • Possession of a valid state or commercial driver's license, and the ability to meet University Fleet Safety Standards.
Work Environment

This position will be responsible for working in a laboratory setting, with occasional travel to other locations as needed.

Normal working hours are 8am to 5pm, Monday through Friday. However, this position must be willing to be available to respond to emergency response analyses at potentially unconventional business hours or on the weekend in emergency situations.

The State Hygienic Laboratory's main facilities are headquartered on the University of Iowa's Research Park campus northwest of Iowa City in Coralville.



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