Scientific Technician-Customer Service-Public Health Laboratory

State of Nebraska • Lincoln, NE

34d • $16

About The Position

The Nebraska Public Health Environmental Laboratory is seeking a Scientific Technician to work in the customer service area of the laboratory on a full-time basis.

Requirements

• Experience performing laboratory bench procedures in a chemical environmental, microbiological, or biological laboratory OR post-high school coursework/training in laboratory bench techniques, biology, microbiology, or other biological/life sciences.
• Valid Driver's License Required
• Ability to: Communicate effectively; interact with lab staff and the public
• Understand and follow supervisory instructions and safety policies
• Work with limited supervision
• Compose correspondence using correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling
• Relay knowledge gained to co-workers to recognize and solve problems
• Act in a professional manner at all times when representing the laboratory
• Lift up 50lb containers.

Nice To Haves

• A high school diploma with at least 6 months experience in customer service, or working with the public.
• A working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, and clerical skills.
• Knowledge of environmental testing
• Ability to lift containers weighing up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Respond to customer requests and assemble and ship sample collection kits.
• Conduct minor preliminary testing procedures (pH, acidification of samples), sample custody, and sample disposal.
• Print sample requests, enter sample collection demographics, sort incoming samples, and deliver samples to appropriate work areas
• Pick up and deliver mail.
• The successful candidate must be detail-oriented, dependable, able to organize multiple projects and enjoy working independently.

Benefits

• We offer an excellent total compensation package including 13 paid holidays; vacation and sick leave; a State-matched retirement plan; and health, dental, vision, and life insurance options!
• We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life.
• Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED