Laboratory Scientist

This position will perform pesticide analysis of routine, non-routine and rush water samples using established methods in the Water Analysis Unit in the Laboratory Services Division at the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA). Responsibilities include extracting samples, analyzing and interpreting data, performing standard validations, developing and modifying methods, and investigating and validating new emerging analytes for both GCMSMS and LCMSMS analytical methods under the laboratory’s ISO17025 scope of accreditation. This work supports the MDA’s water monitoring program and clean water legacy projects by increasing the capability and capacity of the Laboratory Service Division. 

Minimum Qualification:

A bachelor's degree in chemistry or closely related field 

OR

One year of previous experience working in an environmental laboratory or closely related laboratory performing pesticide extractions of water samples.