Analytical Laboratory Support
Opportunity
Analytical Laboratory Support
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The EPA National Student Services Contract has an immediate opening for a full-time contractor position; Analytical Laboratory Support with the Office of Research and Development at the EPA facility in Research Triangle Park, NC.
Salary: $22.91 per hour.
Travel: Occasional local travel may be required.
Required Skills:
- Working knowledge of laboratory skills (i.e., pipetting, weighing, preparation of calibration curve solutions, solvent reduction techniques, meticulous record keeping, extreme attention to detail, ability to follow standard operating procedures, etc.);
- Demonstrated education and/or experience in quantitative analytical measurements of environmental or biological samples;
- Demonstrated proficiency in sample/dataset statistics and calculations for analytical measurements; and
- Strong written, oral and electronic communication skills.
Desired Knowledge, Skills, Work Experience, and Education
• Prior non-course related laboratory experience (employment or academic research).
Qualifications
- Be at least 18 years of age and
- Have earned at least a Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, exposure science, environmental science, a physical science, or a closely related field of study from an accredited university or college within the last 24 months and
- Be a citizen of the United States of America or a Legal Permanent Resident.
EPA ORD employees, their spouses, and children are not eligible to participate in this program.
What the EPA project is about
The EPA’s Office of Research and Development (ORD) conducts research within six National Program Areas, including Chemical Safety for Sustainability Research Program (CSS). CSS is transforming chemical risk-based decisions by conducting high-quality, innovative scientific research. CSS Develops the science needed to reduce, refine, and replace vertebrate animal testing. Accelerates the pace of chemical assessment to enable our partners to make decisions concerning the potential impacts of environmental chemicals on human health and the environment. Transforms chemical testing, screening, prioritization, and risk assessment practices.
This is an excellent opportunity for a recent Bachelor’s graduate to collaborate with EPA’s research team. Research experience includes:
- High-Throughput Toxicity (HTT)- design, develop, and apply new approach methodologies for hazard testing of chemicals and chemical mixtures;
- Receive, arrange, and maintain inventory of chemicals, supplies, and samples
- Waste management (chemical and non-chemical); and
- Networking and exploring many career paths at EPA.
Interested in this research opportunity? If so, follow the link below to apply. Questions? Email EPANSSC@ORAU.org