Jobs and Opportunities
Intermediate to Senior Aquatic Toxicology Laboratory Scientist
Pay range: $60-$95k/year
Final Filing Date: Until Filled
McCampbell Analytical, Inc. (MAI) is a full service environmental analytical laboratory located in Pittsburg, CA (SF Bay Area). MAI is seeking an intermediate to senior level aquatic toxicology scientist with experience as group or department leader.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a full-time intermediate to senior level Aquatic Toxicology Scientist with the capability to lead, co-lead, or be a group leader within our aquatic toxicology department. Qualified candidates will have a minimum of 4 years of experience in an aquatic toxicology lab, expertise in aquatic bench testing, and proficiency in report writing and the use of CETIS software for statistical evaluation of test data.
Responsibilities and Duties:
This position is responsible for managing multiple staff and laboratory tests in a dynamic work environment, communicating with clients, evaluating statistics, and generating reports. Candidate will coordinate with supervisors in the maintenance of biological tests, organism husbandry, preparing standards, calibration of equipment, analyses of samples, washing glassware, and general laboratory maintenance and cleaning. Any analyses performed are done in accordance with prescribed EPA or ASTM methods and based on
department protocols.
Desired Qualifications:
Salary / Benefits:
MAI offers a competitive salary with full benefits including medical, dental, 401(k), and paid vacation. Merit- based bonuses may be provided. Salary compensation will be based on experience and discussed on-site as appropriate.
If this sounds like a position for you, email a brief letter of interest and resume to employment@mccampbell.com
Pay range: $60-$95k/year
Final Filing Date: Until Filled
McCampbell Analytical, Inc. (MAI) is a full service environmental analytical laboratory located in Pittsburg, CA (SF Bay Area). MAI is seeking an intermediate to senior level aquatic toxicology scientist with experience as group or department leader.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a full-time intermediate to senior level Aquatic Toxicology Scientist with the capability to lead, co-lead, or be a group leader within our aquatic toxicology department. Qualified candidates will have a minimum of 4 years of experience in an aquatic toxicology lab, expertise in aquatic bench testing, and proficiency in report writing and the use of CETIS software for statistical evaluation of test data.
Responsibilities and Duties:
This position is responsible for managing multiple staff and laboratory tests in a dynamic work environment, communicating with clients, evaluating statistics, and generating reports. Candidate will coordinate with supervisors in the maintenance of biological tests, organism husbandry, preparing standards, calibration of equipment, analyses of samples, washing glassware, and general laboratory maintenance and cleaning. Any analyses performed are done in accordance with prescribed EPA or ASTM methods and based on
department protocols.
Desired Qualifications:
- A four-year or higher college degree in aquatic toxicology, marine biology, ecology, or another closely related environmental science discipline.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Teamwork-driven personality with a strong work ethic and desire to consistently learn in the aquatic toxicology field.
- Project management experience: designing and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to communicate effectively with clients regarding how to interpret bioassay testing results
- NPDES Permitting: Familiarity with interpreting NPDES permits and understanding compliance requirements.
- Statistical analysis of aquatic toxicity testing data using CETIS software.
- Familiarity with CA Toxicity Provisions and statistical analyses and testing requirements (TST analyses).
- Familiarity with species screening requirements for freshwater and marine dischargers.
- Standard freshwater and marine USEPA Whole Effluent Toxicity Testing protocols, including methods listed in the West Coast Marine Manual.
- Experience conducting freshwater and marine sediment bioassays.
- Familiarity with the California Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program, Irrigated Lands Regulatory Program, and Delta Regional Monitoring Program is a plus.
- Experience conducting Phase I, Phase II, and Phase III Toxicity Identification Evaluations (TIEs) is a plus.
Salary / Benefits:
MAI offers a competitive salary with full benefits including medical, dental, 401(k), and paid vacation. Merit- based bonuses may be provided. Salary compensation will be based on experience and discussed on-site as appropriate.
If this sounds like a position for you, email a brief letter of interest and resume to employment@mccampbell.com
Surface Water Quality Specialist: Aquatic Toxicology
Pay Range: $7,336.00 - $9,126.00 per Month
Final Filing Date: April 13, 2024
Opening with the CA’s Department of Pesticide Regulation for a Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) or a possible Environmental Scientist position focused on safeguarding surface water from pesticide contamination. Responsibilities include:
Click this link for more information: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=421358
Pay Range: $7,336.00 - $9,126.00 per Month
Final Filing Date: April 13, 2024
Opening with the CA’s Department of Pesticide Regulation for a Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) or a possible Environmental Scientist position focused on safeguarding surface water from pesticide contamination. Responsibilities include:
- Leading scientific investigations
- Coordinating monitoring efforts
- Ensuring data quality
- Liaising with regulatory agencies
- Presenting findings to various stakeholders
Click this link for more information: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=421358
Chemist (Staff Research Associate 2) (TERC)
Pay Range: $28.04 - $45.11 per hour
Percentage of time: 50%, variable
Final Filing Date: March 21st, 2024
Under general supervision, perform chemical analyses of lake, stream, soil, and other environmental samples following TERC standard operating procedures for sample storage and preparation, equipment maintenance and calibration, nutrient digestions and extractions, colorimetric analyses, and safe shipping, handling, use, and disposal of hazardous chemicals. Responsible for assisting with data management, quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) procedures, project reports and grant applications, and public education and outreach.
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Pay Range: $28.04 - $45.11 per hour
Percentage of time: 50%, variable
Final Filing Date: March 21st, 2024
Under general supervision, perform chemical analyses of lake, stream, soil, and other environmental samples following TERC standard operating procedures for sample storage and preparation, equipment maintenance and calibration, nutrient digestions and extractions, colorimetric analyses, and safe shipping, handling, use, and disposal of hazardous chemicals. Responsible for assisting with data management, quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) procedures, project reports and grant applications, and public education and outreach.
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Project Manager
Pay Range: $90,500 to $98,000 per year
Filing date: First review - March 22, 2024 Closing date – Until Filled
SFEI’s Clean Water and Resilient Landscapes Programs are looking to add 1-2 experienced and motivated Project Managers to help focus and facilitate the success of our science teams as we tackle multi-million dollar science projects with regional and national implications. The position requires strong collaboration and task management skills and a scientific background (university degree and/or work experience). Work will include facilitating a diverse, intellectually stimulating, and impactful set of tasks, including management of complex multi-task projects with local, national, and international partners, budget management, contract management, project and financial reporting, and coordinating and organizing a diverse team of scientists. A background or training in science (e.g., bachelor's level) is needed to help track project tasks, strategize during budgeting and timeline development, and draft contract scopes. The ideal candidate possesses strong communication and organizational skills, proactive planning skills, ability to multitask, ability to track and see tasks through to completion, and ability to communicate with different staff and partners/funders on progress and potential issues. This is a great opportunity for someone who has strong project management skills and wants to work with diverse and innovative technical teams to accomplish project goals aimed toward making positive environmental change.
Primary position responsibilities will include:
Qualifications
We seek highly organized and technically-strong candidates with expertise in project management.
Required Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Ecology or other relevant field plus at least 9 years of project management experience or Master’s degree plus at least 7 years of project management experience
Required Skills
Preferred Skills
For further information on benefits, SFEI, and application instructions, click here: https://app.trinethire.com/companies/37269-san-francisco-estuary-institute/jobs/89080-project-manager
Pay Range: $90,500 to $98,000 per year
Filing date: First review - March 22, 2024 Closing date – Until Filled
SFEI’s Clean Water and Resilient Landscapes Programs are looking to add 1-2 experienced and motivated Project Managers to help focus and facilitate the success of our science teams as we tackle multi-million dollar science projects with regional and national implications. The position requires strong collaboration and task management skills and a scientific background (university degree and/or work experience). Work will include facilitating a diverse, intellectually stimulating, and impactful set of tasks, including management of complex multi-task projects with local, national, and international partners, budget management, contract management, project and financial reporting, and coordinating and organizing a diverse team of scientists. A background or training in science (e.g., bachelor's level) is needed to help track project tasks, strategize during budgeting and timeline development, and draft contract scopes. The ideal candidate possesses strong communication and organizational skills, proactive planning skills, ability to multitask, ability to track and see tasks through to completion, and ability to communicate with different staff and partners/funders on progress and potential issues. This is a great opportunity for someone who has strong project management skills and wants to work with diverse and innovative technical teams to accomplish project goals aimed toward making positive environmental change.
Primary position responsibilities will include:
- Develop and manage project budgets, work plans, and progress reports with the goal of delivering projects on time and on budget
- Coordinate and attend internal team meetings to track project tasks, deadlines, and deliverables
- In coordination with contract staff, develop contracts with external partners and laboratories
- Utilize our primary accounting and labor planning software (Deltek), including developing queries, developing and tracking budgets, and updating labor resource planning to provide information to manage and organize projects
- Use project management tools, including Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets to analyze and summarize budgets, deliverables, and other project items (e.g., pivot tables and graphics)
- Manage a portfolio of projects, simultaneously
- Support technical leads on proposal and project logistics, administrative requirements, formatting, and possibly content development
- Attend relevant external project meetings to take detailed notes and help follow up on internal action items
- Participate in the planning, design, and coordination of studies
- Assist with project start-up and wrap-up, scheduling meetings at important junctions to keep the team on track
- The person hired for this role may also have project management responsibilities for organization-level projects including, but not limited to, development efforts, on an as needed basis
Qualifications
We seek highly organized and technically-strong candidates with expertise in project management.
Required Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Ecology or other relevant field plus at least 9 years of project management experience or Master’s degree plus at least 7 years of project management experience
Required Skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to manage and prioritize a variety of detail-oriented tasks successfully
- Must be a self-starter and able to proactively anticipate next steps
- Strong organizational skills
- Must possess strong knowledge of MS Office and Google Suite Applications, especially Excel and/or Google Sheets
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision and in a team environment
Preferred Skills
- Interest in working in a mission-driven environmental science non-profit
- Interest in advancement along a Project Management path (this is not a science position though some science background is required)
- Experience managing state and federal grants (EPA, NOAA)
For further information on benefits, SFEI, and application instructions, click here: https://app.trinethire.com/companies/37269-san-francisco-estuary-institute/jobs/89080-project-manager
Professor and Director, TAHOE ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH CENTER (TERC)
Pay Range: $92,500-$290,000 per Year
Final Filing Date: March 31st, 2024
The Director of Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC) at UC Davis, in partnership with the College of Engineering, oversees interdisciplinary research and education focused on aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. This position involves leading strategic planning, securing funding, and advancing community outreach initiatives. Additionally, the director will hold a tenured faculty position, conduct research, teach courses, and contribute to departmental and university service.
This position, open to all candidates who are eligible to hold a tenured faculty position at UC Davis, will be appointed at a level of 50% for five years with the possibility of extension. The director will hold an additional 50% tenured faculty appointment (associate or full professor) in a relevant academic department to be determined at the time of appointment. Upon completion of the term(s) as director, the individual will hold a 100% appointment in an academic department.
Click this link for more information: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF05974
Pay Range: $92,500-$290,000 per Year
Final Filing Date: March 31st, 2024
The Director of Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC) at UC Davis, in partnership with the College of Engineering, oversees interdisciplinary research and education focused on aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. This position involves leading strategic planning, securing funding, and advancing community outreach initiatives. Additionally, the director will hold a tenured faculty position, conduct research, teach courses, and contribute to departmental and university service.
This position, open to all candidates who are eligible to hold a tenured faculty position at UC Davis, will be appointed at a level of 50% for five years with the possibility of extension. The director will hold an additional 50% tenured faculty appointment (associate or full professor) in a relevant academic department to be determined at the time of appointment. Upon completion of the term(s) as director, the individual will hold a 100% appointment in an academic department.
Click this link for more information: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF05974
Aquatic Toxicologist – Entry Level
Pay Range: Experience Based
Final Filing Date: Until Filled
McCampbell Analytical, Inc. (MAI) is a full service environmental analytical laboratory located in Pittsburg, CA (SF Bay Area). MAI’s Aquatic Toxicology department specializes in assessing the effects of effluent, ambient waters, soil, chemicals, and ground water samples on aquatic
organisms.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a full time Aquatic Toxicologist to join our team. The position available is for an entry to intermediate level (0-4 years of experience) analyst that can be a productive team member, reliable, and flexible with hours. The position will require working holidays and one
weekend day per week.
Responsibilities and Duties:
The analyst is responsible for maintaining biological tests, organism husbandry, preparing standards, calibration of equipment, analyses of samples, washing glassware, and general laboratory maintenance and cleaning.
Any analyses performed are to be done in accordance with prescribed EPA or ASTM methods and based on department protocols.
Qualifications:
• A four-year college degree (preferred) in aquatic toxicology, marine biology, ecology, or other closely related environmental science disciplines.
• Candidate will have working laboratory experience and basic lab skill set.
• Clear and concise communication with Project Managers.
• Capable of multi-tasking with a strong attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Familiarity with a Laboratory Information Management (LIMS) database is preferred.
• Good mechanical & troubleshooting skills are an asset.
• Teamwork driven personality with a strong work ethic and desire to learn.
Salary / Benefits:
MAI offers a competitive salary with full benefits including medical, dental, 401(k), and paid vacation. Merit-based bonuses may be provided. Salary compensation will be based on experience and discussed onsite as appropriate.
If this sounds like a position for you, email a brief letter of interest and resume to employment@mccampbell.com
Pay Range: Experience Based
Final Filing Date: Until Filled
McCampbell Analytical, Inc. (MAI) is a full service environmental analytical laboratory located in Pittsburg, CA (SF Bay Area). MAI’s Aquatic Toxicology department specializes in assessing the effects of effluent, ambient waters, soil, chemicals, and ground water samples on aquatic
organisms.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a full time Aquatic Toxicologist to join our team. The position available is for an entry to intermediate level (0-4 years of experience) analyst that can be a productive team member, reliable, and flexible with hours. The position will require working holidays and one
weekend day per week.
Responsibilities and Duties:
The analyst is responsible for maintaining biological tests, organism husbandry, preparing standards, calibration of equipment, analyses of samples, washing glassware, and general laboratory maintenance and cleaning.
Any analyses performed are to be done in accordance with prescribed EPA or ASTM methods and based on department protocols.
Qualifications:
• A four-year college degree (preferred) in aquatic toxicology, marine biology, ecology, or other closely related environmental science disciplines.
• Candidate will have working laboratory experience and basic lab skill set.
• Clear and concise communication with Project Managers.
• Capable of multi-tasking with a strong attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Familiarity with a Laboratory Information Management (LIMS) database is preferred.
• Good mechanical & troubleshooting skills are an asset.
• Teamwork driven personality with a strong work ethic and desire to learn.
Salary / Benefits:
MAI offers a competitive salary with full benefits including medical, dental, 401(k), and paid vacation. Merit-based bonuses may be provided. Salary compensation will be based on experience and discussed onsite as appropriate.
If this sounds like a position for you, email a brief letter of interest and resume to employment@mccampbell.com
Full or Part Time Field Assistants - USGS California Water Science Center (Biogeochemistry Group)
Pay Range: $20.97-25.96/hr
Final Filing Date: March 8th, 2024
Join our dynamic team and take on a variety of responsibilities that are essential to our operations:
Pay Range: $20.97-25.96/hr
Final Filing Date: March 8th, 2024
Join our dynamic team and take on a variety of responsibilities that are essential to our operations:
- Facilitating Field Preparations
- Conducting Instrument Calibration
- Performing Water Sample Collection
- Laboratory Sample Processing
- Reviewing Data and MORE!
- The ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
- A genuine appreciation for outdoor work.
Equipment Technician III, College of Natural Sciences & Mathematics - Sacramento State University
Pay Range: $4,850 - $6,350 per month (experience dependent)
Final Filing Date: February 18th, 2024 (Posting will remain open until filled)
Position Summary: Equipment Tech III specializing in chemistry will resolve all issues regarding the maintenance, repair, installation, modification, and procurement of department scientific instruments, including AA, FTIR, XRD, Mass Spec, NMR, Fluorescence, and UVvis spectrometers, GC, LC, SEC-MALS and IC chromatography systems, large capacity DI/RO water purification system, regenerative compressed air dryer, lyophilizers, centrifuges, incubators, DOC gel imaging systems, micro plate readers, rotary evaporation vacuum systems, laboratory balances, high temp glassware-washers, water baths, ovens, pH meters, hot plate stirrers, computer hardware and specialized software, laser printers, etc. The incumbent interfaces closely with the stockroom and office staff and the department chair to assure that department equipment and instrumentation is adequate and working properly to meet the teaching and research needs in the chemistry department. Occasionally assist with department functions and special events.
Classification Title: Equipment Technician III, Specialized Equipment
Hiring Preference: Eligible on-campus applicants in California State University Employees Union (CSUEU) Bargaining Units 2,5,7, and 9 will be given first consideration in the recruitment.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge and Abilities:
Comprehensive knowledge of the methods. materials, tools and equipment used in the construction, installation, maintenance. repair and operation of equipment in the area of specialization; thorough knowledge of equipment design theory; knowledge of drafting techniques: thorough knowledge of repair, maintenance, troubleshooting and overhaul.
Ability to apply previous experience and knowledge to the design of new applications; ability to plan, organize, and coordinate the work of technical projects; ability to review and prepare specifications for technical equipment; ability to design, fabricate, and assemble devices; ability to coordinate equipment repair performed by other specialists; ability to analyze equipment problems and determine what repairs are needed; ability to install. replace, repair, and maintain a wide variety of equipment for the area of job assignment; ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships; ability to read and write at a level appropriate to the duties of the position; ability to make arithmetic computations where required.
For Supervising Equipment Technician III, all specialties:
The ability to train and supervise others.
and
Experience:
Equivalent to three years of progressively responsible journey-level or skilled experience in the maintenance, repair and operation of scientific or technical equipment in the specialty area to which assigned, including one year involving design modifications and fabrication of complex and highly technical equipment.
Equivalent to two years of semi-skilled experience maintaining and repairing scientific or technical equipment or related equipment experience as part of instructional support activities may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
Equivalent to two years of trade school or technical arts training with specialization in the type of equipment repair to which assigned. completion of an apprenticeship program, or completion of a full military specialization in the required type of equipment maintenance and repair may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
Required Qualifications
Experience
1. Experience in repairing electronic, electromechanical, and electrical circuitry.
2. Experience in the application of scientific principles and method toward troubleshooting malfunctioning equipment.
3. Experience reading electronic schematics, wiring diagrams and block diagrams to troubleshoot malfunctioning equipment.
4. Experience setting up and/or troubleshooting software to maximize instrumentation utility
5. Experience interfacing computers to scientific equipment
6. Experience using test equipment, such as digital voltmeters, oscilloscopes, etc., to troubleshoot, repair and maintain instrumentation.
7. Experience using, maintaining, and/or troubleshooting chemical or biochemical instrumentation.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
8. Ability to analyze problems and execute solutions in an environment that often demands quick resolution of technical issues that affect overall productivity of students, faculty and staff.
9. Knowledge and understanding of electronic circuity.
10. Ability to identify malfunctioning electronic components and replace them using standard hand tools and soldering devices.
11. Strong mechanical aptitude as applied toward the installation and modification of instruments and their supporting hardware and infrastructure.
12. Knowledge of design and use of common chemistry/biochemistry instrumentation such as NMR, MS, UV.
13. Ability to design and fabricate mechanical solutions that improve the usability, safety, and dependability of equipment and surrounding infrastructure.
14. Demonstrated ability to work with students, faculty, and department, college and university staff in a collaborative, cooperative and collegial manner.
15. Ability to prioritize and schedule a complex and rapidly changing workload.
16. Ability to work autonomously with little direct supervision to meet the complex instrumentation and computer needs of the Chemistry department.
17. Ability to organize inventories, maintain maintenance logs, and repair and replacement priorities.
18. Ability to occasionally move, lift, carry, transport and/or position objects or equipment up to 50 lbs.
19. Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.
Conditions of Employment:
- Ability to pass background check
Preferred Qualifications
20. Three or more years’ experience in design, repair, operation and or modification of chemical instrumentation such as spectroscopic and chromatography systems. Demonstrated experience troubleshooting, maintaining and/or repairing more complex chemical instrumentation such as NMR and Mass Spectrometers. Experience with both dated and modern equipment.
21. Two or more years of college level chemistry coursework.
22. Experience using chemical/biochemical instrumentation.
23. Experience instructing users in the operation of chemical instrumentation.
24. Comprehensive knowledge of computers and operating systems (from DOS to Win11) used in both modern and dated laboratory instrumentation.
25. Ability to work with technical persons from remote sites.
26. Experience with budget and procurement.
27. Experience with chemical hazards and working in a chemistry environment.
28. Experience locating sources of difficult to find instrument parts.
Documents Needed to Apply
Resume, cover letter.
Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.
Pay Range: $4,850 - $6,350 per month (experience dependent)
Final Filing Date: February 18th, 2024 (Posting will remain open until filled)
Position Summary: Equipment Tech III specializing in chemistry will resolve all issues regarding the maintenance, repair, installation, modification, and procurement of department scientific instruments, including AA, FTIR, XRD, Mass Spec, NMR, Fluorescence, and UVvis spectrometers, GC, LC, SEC-MALS and IC chromatography systems, large capacity DI/RO water purification system, regenerative compressed air dryer, lyophilizers, centrifuges, incubators, DOC gel imaging systems, micro plate readers, rotary evaporation vacuum systems, laboratory balances, high temp glassware-washers, water baths, ovens, pH meters, hot plate stirrers, computer hardware and specialized software, laser printers, etc. The incumbent interfaces closely with the stockroom and office staff and the department chair to assure that department equipment and instrumentation is adequate and working properly to meet the teaching and research needs in the chemistry department. Occasionally assist with department functions and special events.
Classification Title: Equipment Technician III, Specialized Equipment
Hiring Preference: Eligible on-campus applicants in California State University Employees Union (CSUEU) Bargaining Units 2,5,7, and 9 will be given first consideration in the recruitment.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge and Abilities:
Comprehensive knowledge of the methods. materials, tools and equipment used in the construction, installation, maintenance. repair and operation of equipment in the area of specialization; thorough knowledge of equipment design theory; knowledge of drafting techniques: thorough knowledge of repair, maintenance, troubleshooting and overhaul.
Ability to apply previous experience and knowledge to the design of new applications; ability to plan, organize, and coordinate the work of technical projects; ability to review and prepare specifications for technical equipment; ability to design, fabricate, and assemble devices; ability to coordinate equipment repair performed by other specialists; ability to analyze equipment problems and determine what repairs are needed; ability to install. replace, repair, and maintain a wide variety of equipment for the area of job assignment; ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships; ability to read and write at a level appropriate to the duties of the position; ability to make arithmetic computations where required.
For Supervising Equipment Technician III, all specialties:
The ability to train and supervise others.
and
Experience:
Equivalent to three years of progressively responsible journey-level or skilled experience in the maintenance, repair and operation of scientific or technical equipment in the specialty area to which assigned, including one year involving design modifications and fabrication of complex and highly technical equipment.
Equivalent to two years of semi-skilled experience maintaining and repairing scientific or technical equipment or related equipment experience as part of instructional support activities may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
Equivalent to two years of trade school or technical arts training with specialization in the type of equipment repair to which assigned. completion of an apprenticeship program, or completion of a full military specialization in the required type of equipment maintenance and repair may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
Required Qualifications
Experience
1. Experience in repairing electronic, electromechanical, and electrical circuitry.
2. Experience in the application of scientific principles and method toward troubleshooting malfunctioning equipment.
3. Experience reading electronic schematics, wiring diagrams and block diagrams to troubleshoot malfunctioning equipment.
4. Experience setting up and/or troubleshooting software to maximize instrumentation utility
5. Experience interfacing computers to scientific equipment
6. Experience using test equipment, such as digital voltmeters, oscilloscopes, etc., to troubleshoot, repair and maintain instrumentation.
7. Experience using, maintaining, and/or troubleshooting chemical or biochemical instrumentation.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
8. Ability to analyze problems and execute solutions in an environment that often demands quick resolution of technical issues that affect overall productivity of students, faculty and staff.
9. Knowledge and understanding of electronic circuity.
10. Ability to identify malfunctioning electronic components and replace them using standard hand tools and soldering devices.
11. Strong mechanical aptitude as applied toward the installation and modification of instruments and their supporting hardware and infrastructure.
12. Knowledge of design and use of common chemistry/biochemistry instrumentation such as NMR, MS, UV.
13. Ability to design and fabricate mechanical solutions that improve the usability, safety, and dependability of equipment and surrounding infrastructure.
14. Demonstrated ability to work with students, faculty, and department, college and university staff in a collaborative, cooperative and collegial manner.
15. Ability to prioritize and schedule a complex and rapidly changing workload.
16. Ability to work autonomously with little direct supervision to meet the complex instrumentation and computer needs of the Chemistry department.
17. Ability to organize inventories, maintain maintenance logs, and repair and replacement priorities.
18. Ability to occasionally move, lift, carry, transport and/or position objects or equipment up to 50 lbs.
19. Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.
Conditions of Employment:
- Ability to pass background check
Preferred Qualifications
20. Three or more years’ experience in design, repair, operation and or modification of chemical instrumentation such as spectroscopic and chromatography systems. Demonstrated experience troubleshooting, maintaining and/or repairing more complex chemical instrumentation such as NMR and Mass Spectrometers. Experience with both dated and modern equipment.
21. Two or more years of college level chemistry coursework.
22. Experience using chemical/biochemical instrumentation.
23. Experience instructing users in the operation of chemical instrumentation.
24. Comprehensive knowledge of computers and operating systems (from DOS to Win11) used in both modern and dated laboratory instrumentation.
25. Ability to work with technical persons from remote sites.
26. Experience with budget and procurement.
27. Experience with chemical hazards and working in a chemistry environment.
28. Experience locating sources of difficult to find instrument parts.
Documents Needed to Apply
Resume, cover letter.
Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.
Mid- or Senior Environmental Scientist/Toxicologist
Pay Range: $80K-$125K per year (experience dependent)
Final Filing Date: Until Filled
About Us: Blankinship & Associates is located in Davis, CA and provides resilient solutions to problems at the interface between the built environment and natural resources. Our laser-focused team delivers results that address permitting, risk communication, design and training challenges for water and natural resource, production agriculture, pest management and hazardous materials projects. Learn more at h2osci.com.
Summary: We are seeking a mid to senior level professional with background and experience in ecological risk assessment. Work includes: data collection and analysis related to pesticide use in production agriculture, rights-of-way, irrigation and flood control settings; assessment of chemical fate and transport and human health and ecological risk; regularly interacts with clients and regulatory agency staff; prepares scope, schedule and cost estimates and manages projects.
Background Sought: A work history that includes ecological risk assessment, environmental toxicology and pesticide science is required. Background in environmental modelling, agriculture, water quality, regulatory compliance and contaminated site assessment is a plus. Additional requirements include strong Excel and Access skills, attention to detail and ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
Education & Experience Required: BS/MS/Ph.D. in biology, environmental toxicology, environmental science, or environmental chemistry. Between 2-7 years of work experience required.
Compensation: Annual compensation range of between $80K-$125K depending on experience. Benefits include flexible schedule, 401K match, profit sharing, health/dental/vision/life insurance, flexible spending account, vacation and holiday time and a generous educational allowance.
How to Apply: Please email cover letter and resume to Mike@h2osci.com. Please, no phone calls.
Pay Range: $80K-$125K per year (experience dependent)
Final Filing Date: Until Filled
About Us: Blankinship & Associates is located in Davis, CA and provides resilient solutions to problems at the interface between the built environment and natural resources. Our laser-focused team delivers results that address permitting, risk communication, design and training challenges for water and natural resource, production agriculture, pest management and hazardous materials projects. Learn more at h2osci.com.
Summary: We are seeking a mid to senior level professional with background and experience in ecological risk assessment. Work includes: data collection and analysis related to pesticide use in production agriculture, rights-of-way, irrigation and flood control settings; assessment of chemical fate and transport and human health and ecological risk; regularly interacts with clients and regulatory agency staff; prepares scope, schedule and cost estimates and manages projects.
Background Sought: A work history that includes ecological risk assessment, environmental toxicology and pesticide science is required. Background in environmental modelling, agriculture, water quality, regulatory compliance and contaminated site assessment is a plus. Additional requirements include strong Excel and Access skills, attention to detail and ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
Education & Experience Required: BS/MS/Ph.D. in biology, environmental toxicology, environmental science, or environmental chemistry. Between 2-7 years of work experience required.
Compensation: Annual compensation range of between $80K-$125K depending on experience. Benefits include flexible schedule, 401K match, profit sharing, health/dental/vision/life insurance, flexible spending account, vacation and holiday time and a generous educational allowance.
How to Apply: Please email cover letter and resume to Mike@h2osci.com. Please, no phone calls.
R&D Chemist
Pay Range: $31.00 - 50.00 per hour
Final filing date: Until Filled
We are seeking a full time R&D Chemist to join our team. The R&D Chemist will be expected to learn methods and become proficient in the MAI process from production of samples to technical report writing. The analyst will take on assigned R&D projects with customer-specific requests, research, design, and experiments needed for a new method, or enhancements to existing methodology within the lab under the direction of the Technical Manager.
Responsibilities and Duties: The analyst is responsible for preparing standards, assessing calibration data, analyses of samples, and data review.
Any analyses performed are to be done in accordance with prescribed EPA or other regulatory methods based on the department. Samples submitted are tested within appropriate hold times for all types of environmental matrices (drinking water, wastewater, soils, and other matrices).
Instrumentation would vary from GC-MS, HPLC, LC-MS or IC and other equipment types as necessary.
Any analyses performed are to be done in accordance with prescribed EPA or ASTM methods and based on department protocols.
Qualifications:
Good benefits: Family flexibility, Kaiser Health insurance, subsidized dental, 401K, paid vacations and holidays, merit based bonuses and raises, excellent work environment.
Pay Range: $31.00 - 50.00 per hour
Final filing date: Until Filled
We are seeking a full time R&D Chemist to join our team. The R&D Chemist will be expected to learn methods and become proficient in the MAI process from production of samples to technical report writing. The analyst will take on assigned R&D projects with customer-specific requests, research, design, and experiments needed for a new method, or enhancements to existing methodology within the lab under the direction of the Technical Manager.
Responsibilities and Duties: The analyst is responsible for preparing standards, assessing calibration data, analyses of samples, and data review.
Any analyses performed are to be done in accordance with prescribed EPA or other regulatory methods based on the department. Samples submitted are tested within appropriate hold times for all types of environmental matrices (drinking water, wastewater, soils, and other matrices).
Instrumentation would vary from GC-MS, HPLC, LC-MS or IC and other equipment types as necessary.
Any analyses performed are to be done in accordance with prescribed EPA or ASTM methods and based on department protocols.
Qualifications:
- A four-year college degree in Chemistry or applicable laboratory experience.
- Must have instrumentation experience with at least GC-MS and HPLC. LC-MS preferred.
- Candidate will have good working laboratory experience using skill set on instrumentation to adapt to various projects with expedited timelines.
- The candidate will need to possess high-quality technical writing skills for writing Standard Operating Procedures, method validation reports, and emails to clients.
- Clear and concise communication with management staff and be able to verbally communicate with clients on projects at a technical level.
- Multi-tasking is a must in the lab environment along with attention to detail in completing all tasks.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Familiarity with a Laboratory Information Management (LIMS) database would be preferred.
- Good mechanical & and troubleshooting skills are an asset.
- Teamwork-driven personality with a strong work ethic and desire to learn.
Good benefits: Family flexibility, Kaiser Health insurance, subsidized dental, 401K, paid vacations and holidays, merit based bonuses and raises, excellent work environment.
Biosafety Officer with San Jose State University, California
Pay Range: $5,908/month - $7,516/month
Final filing date: Until Filled
The purpose of this position is to ensure the safe use of campus biological agents, recombinant DNA and biohazards in accordance with CalOSHA, NIH Guidelines and other applicable regulations. This position will also be responsible for chairing the Institutional Biosafety Committee and will review and approve biological use authorizations (BUA) campus wide. This position provides support to other laboratory safety programs across multiple colleges to promote the safety of faculty, staff and students.
Please note that the majority of our biology research is actually field work and a marine lab, only BSL1 and 2 in the labs
DUTIES
Contact jobs[at[sjsu.edu if you have questions about the position.
Pay Range: $5,908/month - $7,516/month
Final filing date: Until Filled
The purpose of this position is to ensure the safe use of campus biological agents, recombinant DNA and biohazards in accordance with CalOSHA, NIH Guidelines and other applicable regulations. This position will also be responsible for chairing the Institutional Biosafety Committee and will review and approve biological use authorizations (BUA) campus wide. This position provides support to other laboratory safety programs across multiple colleges to promote the safety of faculty, staff and students.
Please note that the majority of our biology research is actually field work and a marine lab, only BSL1 and 2 in the labs
DUTIES
- Serves as the Campus Biosafety Officer (BSO), ensuring the safe use of campus bioagents and biohazards.
- Develops, implements, and monitors campus environmental and safety programs, systems, procedures, and training in biosafety.
- Serves as the primary point person for communications and documentation of the biosafety program including but not limited to ensuring the EH&S Biosafety Program provides guidance that is helpful and current, and periodically communicating with BUA holders regarding their BUA/training status, monitoring biosafety cabinet certification, review of relevant new equipment purchases and placement, monitoring Material Transfer Agreements, and other relevant information.
- Performs technical work, and conducts sampling and/or monitoring related to field(s) of expertise.
- Designs new and/or recommends improvements to existing processes and procedures
- Work with researchers/principal investigators to prepare Biological Use Authorizations (BUAs) for laboratories that work with toxins and/or human or nonhuman blood, body fluids, tissues, cell or cell lines, recombinant DNA, plant and animal pathogens, and transgenic species to ensure compliance with CDC, NIH and other applicable university, federal and state regulations and requirements.
- Conducts periodic audits of agent inventory to verify BUA accuracy.
- Provides guidance to researchers in the field or laboratory regarding safe work practices.
- Inspects, investigates incidents and complaints, and recommends corrective action as needed.
- Drafts reports and other documentation, including use of relevant scientific data.
- Works on committees and assignments along with formal and informal coaching and mentoring and regular training, including conference attendance.
- Within specific field maintains knowledge/expertise on existing/proposed changes in all regulations; interprets and applies relevant laws, regulations, codes and standards, including making recommendations for work environment changes based on interpretations and principles of professional practices.
Contact jobs[at[sjsu.edu if you have questions about the position.
Student Assistant - many openings
Open to students who are interested in gaining experience working for the State of California in a department related to their field of study. Employment is based on continued enrollment in a college/university program or an advanced degree program.
Open to students who are interested in gaining experience working for the State of California in a department related to their field of study. Employment is based on continued enrollment in a college/university program or an advanced degree program.
Environmental Sciences - many openings
A broad range of staff, supervisor, and management work concerning present and future environmental, environmental health, and natural resource management issues related to protecting California's natural resources, agricultural productivity, and public health.
A broad range of staff, supervisor, and management work concerning present and future environmental, environmental health, and natural resource management issues related to protecting California's natural resources, agricultural productivity, and public health.
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