Aquatics and Wetlands Lab Technician - Temporary

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The Aquatic and Wetland Research Laboratory at Iowa State University is a state-certified lab that monitors water quality in aquatic systems across Iowa. We partner with various state and federal agencies on several long-term lake, riverine, and wetland monitoring projects. The data collected in these projects is used for a variety of purposes, including Clean Water Act compliance and tracking progress in nutrient reduction.

The chosen candidate will assist with processing water-quality samples for several water-quality research projects, including a large-scale limnological survey to assess the water quality of Iowa's lakes. This entry-level position requires some professional and technical skills while working under general supervision. The successful applicant will receive on-the-job training.

The successful applicant will:

• Be able to work independently with minimal supervision

• Be attentive to details, and be able to follow the strict protocols required of a state-certified water quality laboratory

• Have strong interpersonal, communication, and time management skills

• Be willing to work flexible daily and weekly schedules, up to 40 hours per week

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• Prepare and analyze water samples following strict standard operating procedures for a number of analytes

• Log and organize data and observations

• Operate and maintain water quality analysis equipment, including spectrophotometers, titrators, fluorometers, and vacuum pumps, among other equipment

• Laboratory upkeep, including washing lab dishes

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Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

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