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Laboratory Services Tech

Employer
Texas State University-San Marcos
Location
Texas, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Nov 30, 2022

Posting Information

Posting Information

Posting Number

2023188

Posting/Functional Title

Laboratory Services Tech

University Pay Plan Title

Laboratory Services Tech

Location

San Marcos

Department

Department of Agricultural Sciences

Recruitment Type

Open to All

Job Type

Full-Time

Monthly Salary

$3,000

Job Category

Non-Exempt

Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.
  • Bachelors Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Agriculture, Soil Science, or closely related field.
  • Capacity to write and maintain laboratory protocols.
  • Ability to conduct statistical analysis.
  • Ability to prepare soil, plant, and animal tissue extracts.
  • Ability to follow chemical preparation procedures.
  • Ability to write SOP’s and protocols for a laboratory setting.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Masters Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Agriculture, Soil Science, or closely related field.
  • Experience working with small agricultural producers.
  • Forage identification skills.
  • Soil sampling skills.
  • Public speaking and teaching experience.
Job Description

Responsible for providing equipment to faculty, instructors, and students for their daily labs and ensuring laboratory supplies are available and that equipment is in working order.

Job Duties
  • Writing SOP’s and lab protocols.
  • Monitoring SOP’s and lab protocols.
  • Managing laboratory data and chain of custody.
  • Statistical analysis.
  • Make extracts of soils and plant tissue.
  • Operating analytic equipment.
  • Public speaking with small farmers and ranchers.
  • Conduct laboratory procedures and maintain laboratory orderliness.
Additional Information to Applicants

This is a grant-funded position for two years. There may be opportunities to extend the existing agreement and/or secure grant funds from another source for work beyond the existing timeframe.

Job Open Date

11/30/2022

Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)

Open Until Filled

Yes

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 resume, cover letter, recommendation letter(s), and list of references to your application.

Legal and Required Notices

Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, committed to inclusive thought and action in support of our diverse community. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups and all those who share our commitment to inclusivity and passion for the strength of our diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Texas State University is a tobacco-free campus. Smoking and the use of any tobacco product will not be allowed anywhere on Texas State property or in university owned or leased vehicles.

Texas State University is a member of the Texas State University System. Texas State University is an EOE .

Texas State is committed to increasing the number of women and minorities in administrative and professional positions.

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, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.

Quick Link
https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/40527
Applicant Document
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document)
  4. Letter of Recommendation #1
  5. Letter of Recommendation #2
  6. Letter of Recommendation #3
  7. List of References
  8. Writing Sample
Optional Documents
  1. DD 214/DD1300
Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Do you currently hold or have the ability to obtain a drivers license within 90 days of employment?
    • Yes
    • No


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