Analytical Chemistry Technician

Travertine•Boulder, CO, CO

1d•$55,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

Travertine is seeking an Analytical Chemistry Technician to join our analytical laboratory team at our Boulder, Colorado headquarters. The successful candidate will perform routine analytical testing and sample preparation while working closely with laboratory management, researchers, engineers, and other technical staff. This position requires strong attention to detail, reliability, clear written and verbal communication, and the ability to consistently follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), quality control requirements, and safe laboratory practices. Candidates should have a working understanding of fundamental chemistry concepts and laboratory calculations necessary to perform accurate chemical analysis. Preference will be given to candidates with previous experience in an inorganic analytical laboratory, particularly experience with analytical instrumentation, sample preparation, QC practices, and laboratory documentation. This is a full-time, onsite salaried position.

Requirements

Associateâ€™s or bachelorâ€™s degree in chemistry, chemical technology, environmental science, or a related technical field or equivalent relevant laboratory experience
1-3+ years of laboratory experience preferred, particularly in an analytical, inorganic, industrial or research laboratory
Working knowledge of basic chemistry concepts, laboratory calculations, weighing, dilutions, and solution preparation
Experience following written SOPs and maintaining accurate laboratory documentation
Proficiency with spreadsheets and databases and basic analytical data review
Ability to safely handle chemicals and laboratory samples and work independently following training and qualification
Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and ability to manage multiple laboratory priorities

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with analytical instrumentation and laboratory quality control practices preferred.

Responsibilities

Sample preparation and testing, including weighing, dilutions, digestions/prep, routine instrument operation and analysis following training and qualification
Quality and documentation activities, including: sample tracking, data entry, QC checks, and SOP compliance
Instrumental analysis on inorganic samples including IC, ICP-OES, TIC/TOC, UV-Vis spectrophotometry, titration systems, and related laboratory instrumentation
Wet chemical analyses such as leaching, solvent extraction, ion exchange, gravimetric analyses, ISE analysis, and other established laboratory methods
Laboratory cleanup, organization, and general housekeeping
Support inventory management for laboratory supplies and chemicals.
Routine instrument operation, cleaning, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting after training and qualification
Preparation and verification of QC standards, reagents, and quality control samples.
Initial data verification and reviews, including identification and escalation of unusual results or QC failures
Construct and support bench- and pilot-scale experimental systems as directed