What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wet Chemistry Analyst and Instrumentation Specialist position at The University of Louisiana at Monroe?
Job Summary
This role involves the accurate completion of various standardized analytical tests, examinations, and procedures, which may include interpreting results.
Duties and Responsibilities
50%Conduct microbiological and water quality testing, adhering to quality control requirements in an unsupervised environment. Operate and maintain ICP and other instrumentation. Follow chain of custody procedures while handling samples and collecting field samples.
30%Ensure compliance with all Quality Assurance/Quality Control program requirements in applicable work areas. Possess a general knowledge of and adhere to safe and proper laboratory techniques. Complete proficiency testing and quality control samples successfully.
15%Perform routine calculations, maintain accurate records, and report results.
5%Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
At least six months of laboratory experience with analysis procedures is necessary.
Proper training by lab personnel on use of instrumentation along with a minimum of 6 months experience in the operation of the instrument with documentation that acceptable results are achieved by the analyst.
- Training in water analyses for total coliform and fecal coliform is required, as well as satisfactory completion of a short course or structured in-house equivalent on proper analysis techniques.
- A minimum of six months of experience in microbiological analysis and methods is essential.
Salary : $47,126 - $84,602