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LABORATORY TECH

Posting Begin Date: 2025/09/29

Posting End Date: 2025/10/03

Category: Agriculture

Sub Category: Laboratory

Work Type: Full Time

Minimum Salary: 17.00

Maximum Salary: 17.00

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Description

•Dedicated to Advancing, Protecting and Promoting Idaho Agriculture with a Balanced Approach to Industry and Consumers”

The Idaho State Department of Agriculture is currently recruiting for a Laboratory Technician for the Idaho Food Quality Assurance Laboratory located in Twin Falls.

Key Responsibilities

+ Assists with sample flow and processing for chemical analysis under the IFQAL Quality System protocols.

+ Logs samples into the computer network, labels and stores samples following chain of custody SOP’s. Tracks samples using the online tracking system.

+ Prepares samples for analysis using liquid-liquid, solid phase and other methods of extraction following homogenization, grinding, or other methods of sample preparation. Prepares and analyzes quality control samples, such as standards, controls, blanks and fortifications.

+ Assists in target compound analysis, instrument maintenance and documentation of analytical results and QC.

+ Assists in operating, maintaining, modifying, troubleshooting and repairing analytical instrumentation (GC/MS, LC/MS, LC/MS/MS, as well as all other laboratory equipment). Assists in developing instrumental methods and chromatographic methods. Performs method validations and method development for new capabilities.

+ Performs preventative maintenance as required and other duties as assigned.

+ Performs quality control and data interpretation, including technical review/approval signature for method validation and client results as needed.

+ Performs client Certificate of Analysis, billing, filing and as needed. Assists with ordering duties for the laboratory supplies and standards.

+ Assists in communicating with existing and potential clients regarding testing, cost, timeline, etc.

+ Serves as backup Archive Librarian

Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications are mandatory requirements and are typically gained by at least eight semester college credits in chemistry, microbiology, or biology with a laboratory as part of the course OR at least one year of experience (within the last fifteen years) with in-service training, as a laboratory assistant in a certified or research laboratory using standard laboratory equipment to include autoclave, centrifuge, and scales.

Good knowledge of:

+ Laboratory terminology, equipment, materials, and procedures, and the fundamental laboratory methods relating to chemistry or biology.

Experience:

+ Performing standardized laboratory tests according to prescribed procedures;

+ Calculating and recording test results;

+ Maintaining a clean, sterile, and safe laboratory environment.

Benefits:

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.*

If you have questions, please contact us at:

[email protected]

or at (208) 332-8520

EEO/ADA/Veteran's Preference:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities; auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email

[email protected]

Thank you for your interest in the Department of Agriculture!