Performs routine maintenance of laboratory equipment. Orders chemicals to maintain supplies on hand. Prepares reagents, including those of a hazardous nature. Reads scientific and technical literature and attends training courses, conferences, and seminars. Performs related duties as required.
Work involves handling and testing of pesticides which pose a possible health hazard.
Three years professional chemical laboratory experience, preferably including experience in food products and pesticide analysis. A Master's degree in chemistry or a closely related field may be substituted for one year of the experience. A Ph.D. in chemistry or a closely related field may be substituted for all the experience.