Laboratory Technician III

Classification Title Laboratory Technician III Classification Minimum Requirements Associates degree in an appropriate area and four years of related experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and six years of related experience. Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Job Description Field & Greenhouse Research Support Conducts natural resources conservation research across field and greenhouse settings. Responsibilities include plant and animal sampling, preparation of research plots, installation of treatments, routine plot maintenance, and systematic data collection. Prepares and analyzes soil and plant samples to assess macro- and micronutrient composition. Operates a state vehicle as required, with travel to the Milton campus and other research sites as necessary. Instructional & Laboratory Support Prepares materials for laboratory sections of wildlife ecology and conservation courses and provides instructional support during lab sessions as needed. Maintains accurate records and manages inventory of supplies and chemicals to ensure all teaching activities are fully supported and compliant with safety standards. Data Management & Research Communication Utilizes software applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SAS, ArcView, and ArcInfo to organize, analyze, and present research data. Assists in drafting, editing, and preparing research reports and publications. May contribute to outreach efforts by presenting research findings to the public or collaborating partners. Operations, Coordination & Personnel Support Maintains detailed laboratory and field records, including inventory tracking for supplies and chemicals used in research activities. Supports the planning and coordination of research assignments for graduate students and part-time staff. Participates in the recruitment process by assisting with interviews for part-time employee positions. Performs other duties as assigned. Expected Salary Starting at $22.03 per hour; compensation is negotiable and commensurate with experience Required Qualifications Associates degree in an appropriate area and four years of related experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and six years of related experience. Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Preferred A bachelor's degree or higher in natural resource conservation, wildlife, range science or any other biological sciences is preferred. Knowledge of plant and animal sampling techniques, and computer software for data acquisition, analysis and presentation desired. Experience with identification of flora of the southeast or midwest or identification of southeastern birds preferred. Computer software skills should include word processing, spreadsheet creation and management. This position is eligible for veteran’s preference. If you are claiming veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information. Health Assessment Required: No #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Florida