Co-Op Laboratory Technician

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

The Laboratory Service Technician plays a key role in supporting Kurita America’s customers and Heavy Industry team by conducting routine testing on water and other samples. This position also assists senior laboratory staff with sample preparation and basic analyses. 

Job Title:  Co-Op Laboraotry Technician

Location:  Houston, TX

Pay:  $18/hr

Hours:  10-20 hrs/week.  Ability to work around class schedule

Responsibilities:

• Log and prepare samples for analysis.
• Follow ASTM standards for refining chemical testing
• Calibrate equipment, load & monitor automated laboratory instruments, make observations, record data, and interpret test results.
• General lab duties include: cleaning of glassware, prep and shipping of samples, and organizing, pouring, and labeling reagent chemicals. General housekeeping and laboratory maintenance. 
• Accurately compile data, organize information, and perform simple mathematical calculations.
• Follow safe laboratory practices and maintain safe work environment. 
• Performance of other duties as assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Pursuing Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related laboratory sciences. 
• 0-3 years’ experience of academic laboratory classes.
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures and laboratory standard operating procedures.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities