Research Technician
Job Description
Posting Number
PG194085SPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
Research TechnicianAnticipated Hiring Range
$47,746 - $49,178Work Schedule
40 hours per week, some overtime requiredJob Location
Raleigh, NCDepartment
Civil Const & Environ EngineerAbout the Department
Essential Job Duties
- Sample Management:
- Tracking and Coordination: Implement and maintain a system to track and manage all samples, ensuring seamless coordination with other personnel and labs on campus involved in the analysis.
- Sample Extraction: Perform sample extraction for PFAS using established procedures, while adapting to evolving methodologies as directed by faculty supervisors.
- Data Management:
- Data Review: Receive and review large volumes of data, ensuring quality control samples meet specifications. Identify potential problems such as samples requiring dilution.
- Data Organization: Screen and organize data for reporting purposes, maintaining accuracy and consistency.
- Supply Management:
- Chemicals and Supplies: Manage and maintain necessary chemicals and supplies to ensure uninterrupted workflow.
This position is time-limited.
Minimum Experience/Education
Other Required Qualifications
- Ability to follow, modify, and improve standard operating procedures (SOPs) to enhance laboratory processes and efficiency.
- Expertise in preparing and evaluating quality control plans to ensure the accuracy and reliability of analytical results.
- Proficiency in maintaining analytical standards to ensure consistent and precise measurement in all tests and analyses.
- Effective management of consumables and inventory, ensuring the availability of necessary supplies and the proper disposal of laboratory waste.
- Familiarity with EPA Draft Method 1633 for the analysis of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), ensuring adherence to regulatory guidelines and standards.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with all lab personnel, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, taking the initiative to complete tasks without supervision when necessary.
- Strong time-management skills to accommodate scheduled testing and the flexibility to adjust to unscheduled testing as required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Some experience in a wet chemistry lab.
- Relevant coursework may count for experience.
- Understanding of principles related to sample extraction and clean-up.
- Experience with extractions of trace organic chemicals from complex environmental matrices.
- Experience with data management and statistical software.
Required License or Certification
Valid NC Driver's License required
YesCommercial Driver's License Required?
NoJob Open Date
06/26/2024Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)
09/06/2024Special Instructions
Position Number
00109637Position Type
SHRAPosition Classification Band Title
Research TechnicianPosition Classification Band Level
JourneyPosition Classification Salary Range
$ 34,320 - $ 72,734Salary Grade Equivalency
GN06Alternate Option
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.00Appointment
12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency EventTime Limited Position
YesTime-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)
1 year with annual renewalDepartment Id
140301 - Civil Const & Environ EngineerAA/EEO
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
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