Lab Technician

Job Description Position Minimum Qualifications

• A B.S. Degree in the field of soil science, or closely related field
• Demonstrated strong written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrate experience in analyses for soil, water, and/or plant samples
• Demonstrated computer skills and standard computer software (Microsoft Office)
• Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner with or without direct supervision
• Demonstrated customer service skills and excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to meet the physical demands of this position, which include: some heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs.) on a frequent basis and will require manual dexterity, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and handling

• M.S. Degree(s) must be in the field of soil science, or closely related field, with an emphasis in soil fertility, chemistry and/or soil health
• Demonstrate strong understanding of water and soil analyses principles, methodologies, and procedures
• Experience processing soil, water, plant, and manure/compost samples
• Experience using equipment and instruments such as soil and plant grinders, balances, ovens, sieves, shakers, pH and EC probes, ICP, IC, Elementar Analyzers, Titrator, and multi-channel pipettes
• Experience in designing and conducting research experiments, collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data
• Experience with recommending management decisions based on testing results
• Demonstrated customer service skills and excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated personal or professional commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

• Samples Receiving – Aid in receiving, book‑inning and sorting samples based on analyses requested and coordinating testing activities with other lab personnel (20%)
• Sample Preparation – Aids in the preparation (grinding, drying, weight) of soil, plant, and manure/compost for analytical testing (20%)
• Samples Analysis – Perform sample analysis activities, data collection, and recording (40%)
• Customer Service – Communicate with clientele about their needs, aid with inquiries about lab services (20%)

$22-$25

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification.

Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.