Texas State University

Posting Number 2025556

Posting/Functional Title Laboratory Analyst

University Pay Plan Title Laboratory Services Tech

Location San Marcos

Department Edwards Aquifer Research

Recruitment Type Open to All

Job Type Full-Time

Funding Source Permanent

Monthly Salary $3,173.00 -$ 3,400.00

Job Category Exempt

Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.

Bachelors of Science Degree in Chemistry or other science field.

Preferred Qualifications

• 16 college credit hours of chemistry
• Experience with, and an advanced knowledge of, chemistry
• Experience working in an analytical lab
• Experience using standard methods in a lab setting
• Experience working with analytical instruments and sensors including but not limited to: ion chromatography, pH sensors, ovens, autoclaves, incubators, autosamplers, microbalances, and thermometers.
• Experience with measuring devices including but not limited to sensors, rulers, gauges, and balances.
• Intermediate to advanced math skills
• Ability to read, hear, understand, interpret, and retain complex technical information.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair instruments, and to clearly communicate with service technicians via email or phone.
• Experience following standard operating procedures.
• Experience directing the work of others, monitoring and training student and hourly workers, establishing a rapport with customers and staff, developing action plans for accomplishing results, and operating PC-based programs.
• Basic understanding of QA/QC protocols, lab safety, and chemical hazards and hygiene.
• Ability to work with interruptions and multi-task lab and customer service duties
• Experience maintaining clear and complete records of all analyses.

Job Description

Primary duties are: bacteriological and chemical analysis of water samples; sample receiving, handling, tracking, and processing; communicating with customers; receiving payments; and reporting results to customers and regulatory agencies via verbal, written, and online communication.

Job Duties

► Perform inorganic chemical analyses following standard operating procedures and ensure

that all quality control parameters meet criteria.

► Conduct bacteriological analysis of water samples and ensuring that all quality control

parameters meet criteria.

► Assist with monthly and annual bacteriological quality control requirements.

► Assist with training of and provide oversight for Laboratory Technicians (Undergraduate

Research Assistants/Student Workers)

► Help to ensure that quality control protocols are conducted, and results meet QA/QC criteria for all analysis.

► Help to ensure that samples are processed through laboratory in an accurate and timely manner.

► Assist with maintaining clean glassware.

► Conduct quality control tests on lab instruments.

► Generate quality control data.

► Clean and maintain instrumentation and equipment.

► Prepare standards and dilute stock standards using standard techniques/SOPs and labware.

► Operate equipment to determine the concentration of analytes in water samples.

► Maintain clear and complete records of all analyses.

► Calculate detection limits for various analytes.

► Prepare and update standard operating procedures.

► Interact with customers via email, phone, and in person to provide information, answer questions, and resolve concerns.

► Maintain a high standard of professionalism

► Perform data entry, complete monthly database entries for state agency

► Ability to work with interruptions and multi-task lab and customer service duties

► Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information to Applicants

Occasional after hours and weekends possible.

Job Open Date 06/12/2025

Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight) 07/14/2025

Open Until Filled No

Normal Work Days Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Normal Work Hours Start 8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End 5:00PM

Posting Notices Applicant must have a valid Texas Driver's License and be a driver in good standing with less than ten (10) points deducted for driving infractions as determined by the employer driving standards system., You will be required to electronically attach a transcript., You will be required to electronically attach a resume, cover letter, recommendation letter(s), and list of references to your application.

Legal and Required Notices

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Why work @ Texas State?

• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, welcoming, and growing universities in the nation.

Quick Link https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/52935

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