Lab Assistant
Core
Sample preparation and analysis for water and soil testing in an environmental laboratory.
Role type
Laboratory Technician
Builds
Analytical test results for environmental safety and compliance
Domain
Environmental testing / Water and soil analysis
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Sample sorting, analyte extraction, quality control testing, equipment calibration, waste disposal, data entry
Preferred skills
Chemistry and mathematics understanding (Year 11 level), comfort in technical environments, hands-on work ethic
Technologies
ELVIS database, Microsoft Excel, POVAs (syringes, steppers, solvent dispensers)
Responsibilities
Receive and sort water and soil samples, extract analytes per SOPs, perform quality control tests, calibrate lab equipment, maintain laboratory cleanliness, manage quarantine samples
Seniority
Entry-level, no minimum experience required