Ocean Associates, Inc.

Chemistry Support Technician

Ocean Associates, Inc.

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Milford • Connecticut • United States

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Salary

💰 $22 - $27 per hour

About the role

  • 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.

Requirements

  • A Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical oceanography, environmental science, or marine chemistry.
  • Knowledge of biological principles and experimental design.
  • Ability to innovate, train, and meet quality and performance standards.
  • Basic computer skills (MS Office, etc.).
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively both individually and collaboratively in a team/group setting.
  • Ability to receive constructive feedback and implement appropriate action.
Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development opportunities
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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
innovationtrainingquality standardsverbal communicationwritten communicationteam collaborationconstructive feedbackindependence