Wet Chemistry Analyst and Instrumentation Specialist

Wet Chemistry Analyst and Instrumentation Specialist

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

700 University Avenue, Monroe, LA, LA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

01797

Division

Business Affairs

Department

Environmental Analysis Laboratory

Opening Date

10/15/2026

Control Number

9036

• Description
• Benefits

Job Summary

This role involves the accurate completion of various standardized analytical tests, examinations, and procedures, which may include interpreting results.

Duties and Responsibilities

50%Conduct microbiological and water quality testing, adhering to quality control requirements in an unsupervised environment. Operate and maintain ICP and other instrumentation. Follow chain of custody procedures while handling samples and collecting field samples.
30%Ensure compliance with all Quality Assurance/Quality Control program requirements in applicable work areas. Possess a general knowledge of and adhere to safe and proper laboratory techniques. Complete proficiency testing and quality control samples successfully.
15%Perform routine calculations, maintain accurate records, and report results.
5%Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

A high school diploma or equivalent is required
At least six months of laboratory experience with analysis procedures is necessary.
Proper training by lab personnel on use of instrumentation along with a minimum of 6 months experience in the operation of the instrument with documentation that acceptable results are achieved by the analyst.
- Training in water analyses for total coliform and fecal coliform is required, as well as satisfactory completion of a short course or structured in-house equivalent on proper analysis techniques.
- A minimum of six months of experience in microbiological analysis and methods is essential.

Employees are eligible for a full benefits package (health, dental, vision, life, retirement, leave, etc.)  ULM offers a wide range of employee benefits.  Read here for more information regarding benefits.

Employer University of Louisiana Monroe Address 700 University Avenue

Monroe, Louisiana, 71209 Phone 318-342-5140
Website http://www.ulm.edu