Laboratory Scientist

Laboratory Scientist 2 at Minnesota Department of Health

• Job
• Location:
  
  St. Paul
• Telework Eligible:
  No
• Full/Part Time:
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Unlimited
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift / 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
• Days of Work:
  Monday - Friday
• Travel Required:
  
  No
• Salary Range: $28.26 - $41.43 / hourly
• Bargaining Unit:
  Minnesota Association of Professional Employees (MAPE)
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  Yes

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well‑being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This posting is being used to fill two positions.

This position provides analytical support to the Metals and Radiochemistry Unit. Primarily, the analyst will be responsible for the analysis of samples using techniques and instrumentation appropriate for metals analysis, and to provide analytical results to clientele so that potentially hazardous situations are detected, monitored, and corrected in order to ensure and protect the public health and quality of the environment.

• Perform analyses on environmental and/or biological samples in accordance with established procedures so that analytical commitments can be met.
• Efficiently investigate problem areas in assigned methods to ensure precise and accurate methodology.
• Perform routine maintenance for instruments utilized in assigned methods and troubleshoot instrument performance issues.
• Update knowledge of analytical techniques and instrumentation so that the most appropriate analytical techniques are utilized and recommend changes to established techniques and procedures to ensure that the quality and reliability of data generated and reported meets the needs of the client.

• A bachelor’s degree or higher in chemistry or related scientific field.
• Two (2) years of laboratory experience in an analytical or research setting.
• Experience operating and/or maintaining laboratory equipment and instrumentation.

• The ability to work independently and collaboratively to problem solve, and to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Technical knowledge of analytical techniques being evaluated and technical proficiency in the preparation of samples, standards, and reagents.
• Knowledge of the theories and principles used in the analytical procedures performed.
• The ability to follow quality control procedures and protocols to ensure accuracy of tests using documented methods.

• Experience working in a regulated laboratory environment (USEPA, ISO 17025, CLIA).
• Demonstrated ability to recognize and address problems.
• Experience performing metals analysis with precise attention to detail.

• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds on an infrequent basis.

• Must successfully pass a background and reference check.
• Under U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services regulations, the successful candidate must be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins. This agency is unable to offer H-1B sponsorship.

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If you have questions about this position, contact Laura Jones at laura.m.jones.us or 651‑201‑4842.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job #, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Laura Jones at laura.m.jones.us.

If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation for an interview, you may contact the Department of Health ADA Coordinator .ada.gov.

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