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OUR STATEMENT

The San José State University Research Foundation (SJSURF) and Moss Landing Marine Laboratories are committed to building a work environment where everyone can show up as their own self and have an opportunity to contribute, develop, and advance in their career. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) are core values of the organization. We strive to attract, retain, and develop employees who reflect the community and society where we work and live. The Research Foundation aims to develop a culture where everyone feels welcome, shares their views, and where differences in backgrounds and perspectives are seen as adding value.

 

GENERAL NATURE OF POSITION

This position operates MLML’s analytical instrumentation and supports laboratory analysis for faculty, students, research affiliates, and external (non-SJSU) clients. The role assists with sample preparation, instrument operation, and data generation to support research and analytical services conducted by the laboratory.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Operating analytical equipment.
  2. Chemical handling and disposal.
  3. Data analysis and reporting.
  4. Laboratory inventory and safety checks.
  5. Communicate results to clients. 

 

INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS

  1. Reports to Petra Dekens, Executive Director at MLML.
  2. Work lead and direction for this position comes from Steve Cunningham, the Laboratory Technician. 

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

NA

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or a related scientific field, or equivalent laboratory experience.
  • Basic proficiency with spreadsheet software (Google Sheets or Microsoft Excel) and Windows operating systems.
  • Demonstrated ability to follow written laboratory procedures and safety protocols.

 

Additional Requirements

  • High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
  • Ability to troubleshoot analytical or procedural issues in a laboratory setting.
  • Ability to follow detailed analytical procedures and laboratory protocols.
  • Ability to accurately document laboratory work and maintain organized records.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

 

Desired Accomplishments

  • OSHA laboratory or chemical safety training.
  • Familiarity with the Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program (SWAMP).
  • Experience with water sample collection, preservation, and chain-of-custody procedures.
  • Experience with environmental sample analysis or analytical instrumentation.

 

Physical Demands

  • Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds (e.g., sample coolers or equipment).
  • Ability to stand or work at a laboratory bench for extended periods.
  • Ability to handle chemicals and laboratory materials using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Manual dexterity required for laboratory tasks such as pipetting, sample preparation, and instrument operation.

 

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the SJSURF. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current SJSURF employees who apply for the position.

 

NOTE: This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant.

 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

To apply for this position, a candidate must submit an application via Handshake. 

 

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

The SJSURF is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with physical or mental disabilities in the employment, recruitment, examination, interviewing, and hiring processes. If you are a job seeker with a physical or mental disability, and you require a reasonable accommodation to search, apply, or interview for a job opening or otherwise need a reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process, please contact us at foundation-jobs@sjsu.edu. In the email message, please indicate your full name, phone number and the type of assistance required. You must not reveal the underlying medical reason for your needed reasonable accommodation or otherwise disclose confidential medical information.

 

ABOUT THE SJSU RESEARCH FOUNDATION

SJSURF employment is separate and distinct from San José State University (SJSU) or state of California employment. SJSURF employees are not employees of SJSU or of the state of California.

 

SJSURF is a non-profit auxiliary of SJSU. SJSURF is totally self-supported. The majority of the organization’s funding comes from the federal government, and other public and private entities. With annual revenues totaling over $65 million, programs managed through SJSURF cover a rich diversity of applied research, public services, and educational-related activities.

 

SJSURF is an equal opportunity employer, and it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. It also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics, or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.