Ocean Associates, Inc.

Support Engineer

• Provide support for the study of chemistry in aquaculture.
• Participate in laboratory and field research and handle scientific and chemical instruments as needed.
• Perform laboratory sampling of sediment, tissue, and seawater for analysis of chemicals including but not limited to carbon, nitrogen, phosphate, silica, pH, alkalinity, dissolved inorganic carbon, total suspended material, etc.
• Analyze samples using standard curves and certified reference materials in a laboratory including using spectrometer, elemental analyzer, flow cytometer, microscope, dissolved inorganic carbon analyzer, titrator and other equipment.
• Maintain and do monthly checks on existing chemical laboratory equipment.
• Maintain weekly log and checks on chemical inventory in accordance with NEFSC safety protocol.
• Clean, wash, and maintain glassware needed for analysis.
• Perform routine standard operating protocols for making standard solutions, reagents, and other chemical solutions as needed for sample analysis.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures, handle and dispose of chemicals appropriately, and maintain proper labeling of hazardous materials.
• Work with hazardous chemicals in a safe manner according to laboratory safety procedures.
• Write SOPs and work from any existing SOPs for sample analysis and collection.
• Search for project-relevant published data within the scientific literature and compile for further analysis and visualization using software such as Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets.
• Record data for all relevant literature search and all laboratory analysis.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. and be able to change gas cylinders following SOPs.

Chemistry Support Technician