Laboratory Chemist

4 days ago


Austin, Texas, United States Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services Full time
Job Title:Chemical Laboratory Technician

Job Summary
As part of our team at the Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services, the Chemical Laboratory Technician will be responsible for performing chemical analyses of drinking water, consumable food products, and other environmental samples according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Key Responsibilities
  1. Perform sample receiving, sample preservation, and pre-analysis testing procedures such as Acidification, pH, Turbidity Screen, Sample Homogenization, Residual Chlorine Screen, and Conductivity as required by applicable SOPs.
  2. Prepare reagents, calibration standards, and QC samples according to SOP, meeting the specified criteria in the QC Checklist.
  3. Perform routine analyses of drinking water, environmental, and food samples using Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS), Flow Injection Analyzer (FIA), and other techniques approved by EPA and Standard Methods.
  4. Operate equipment according to SOP and equipment operation manual, performing routine maintenance, routine troubleshooting procedures, and cleaning procedures.
  5. Maintain complete, accurate, and timely documentation, as required.

Requirements
  • Knowledge of analytical chemistry principles and techniques
  • Knowledge of laboratory quality assurance principles and practices
  • Knowledge of Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) analysis procedures
  • Knowledge of laboratory instrumentation used for environmental analysis
  • Ability to build effective working relationships
  • Ability to communicate effectively
  • Ability to accurately follow detailed instructions

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