Job Description

University of Utah Job Description

Job Summary

Performs qualitative/quantitative analysis of organic/inorganic compounds to determine chemical and physical composition and properties. Conducts research to develop, or improve analytical techniques and procedures.

Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, or related area, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); and a commitment to provide excellent customer service.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Essential Functions

1. Performs tests on organic and inorganic material with highly sophisticated and automated equipment to determine chemical and physical composition and properties.
2. Plans and develops new experimental analytical procedures and protocol to accomplish specific required analysis which have not previously been encountered.
3. Tests and evaluates procedures to ascertain accuracy, reliability, precision, and the effect of materials and substance for the potential of interfering with analytical results.
4. Calculates all experimental results and makes reports to the appropriate personnel.
5. Orders, inventories and stores supplies, labware, and instrument parts essential for the operation of the laboratory.
6. Ensures the general operation of the laboratory by maintaining the physical facilities and instrumentation.
7. Prepares and packs sampling devices and kits to be used in the collection of laboratory samples.