What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Analyst-Limnology position at The University of Iowa?
The State Hygienic Laboratory at the University of Iowa (Iowa’s Environmental and Public Health Laboratory) has an Environmental Analyst opening in the Ankeny Laboratory. This is a six-month term appointment and will run from approximately May/June 2025 through October/November 2025.
THIS IS A FULL TIME, SIX-MONTH TERM POSITION.
THIS POSITION DOES NOT OFFER ACCOMODATIONS.
LOCATION: ANKENY, IOWA
SCHEDULE: M-F 7:00am–3:30pm.
PAY: $20 per hour
JOB DUTIES:
- Collecting water, biological, and wastewater samples from rivers, streams, lakes, and industries and performing various analyses on samples in the field and laboratory.
- Extensive travel across Iowa may be required.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATION:
- The candidate should have or be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in biology, Ecology, Animal Ecology, Environment Science, or a related discipline with an emphasis in aquatic science or fisheries.
- Must have good verbal and written communication skills and a valid driver’s license.
DESIRED SKILLS:
- Experience with collection of surface water samples, wastewater samples, routine analytical procedures, electrofishing, and invertebrate collection.
Must have a valid Drivers License and be able to meet and maintain UI Fleet Safety Standards.
Employment contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.
References will be requested.
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preference, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.
www.shl.uiowa.edu
Phone: 515-725-1638
Email: james-luzier@uiowa.edu
james-luzier@uiowa.edu
Salary : $20
