Research​/Lab Technician; Soil Analysis Assistant; Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences

Research/Laboratory Technician

The Catalano Group in Washington University's Department of Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences is seeking a Research/Laboratory Technician in support of the CLEAN STL Project. In collaboration with St. Louis community partners, the assistant will carry out soil sampling and laboratory analyses to evaluate lead exposure risks on residential and commercial properties, process resident-submitted soil samples, and contribute data to project findings reports.

This is a time-limited role of up to one year, with the possibility of renewal for a second year contingent on funding. This is a part-time role but there may be opportunities for more hours.

Primary

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in conducting experiments.
• Assist with miscellaneous projects and experiments.
• Set up materials/labs.
• Collect data, maintain files on research, and assist with data entry.
• Assist with manuscript processing.
• Order equipment and supplies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

• Works in a laboratory environment.
• Must be physically able to wear protective equipment.
• Involves local fieldwork.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications:

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job:

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's degree

Certifications/Professional Licenses:
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Interpersonal Communication, Microsoft Office, Oral Communications, Workload Prioritization, Written Communication

Grade: R04-H

Salary Range: $16.54 - $22.35 / Hourly. The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions:

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Pre-Employment Screening:

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement:

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EEO Statement:

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