Laboratory Technician

The Company:
Our major oil and gas client is seeking a Laboratory Technician for a 3 month opportunity in Houston, Texas.

The Role:
Four year degree (does not have to be in chemistry) and general laboratory experience required. Knowledge about chromatography is a plus. Perform sample preparation and precision liquid separation analyses in conformance with established procedures for a) Ion Chromatography analyses, b) HPLC analyses. Lab operations include instrument setup, calibration, troubleshooting, maintenance, data processing, as well as extensive sample prep (precision dilutions, extraction, filtration, centrifugation, etc) and associated general lab responsibilities (materials ordering, waste handling, housekeeping, clerical, etc.) Reporting of results include use of various computing programs such as Microsoft Excel and custom applications, including associated interaction with the customer. Analyses require consistent application of standardized QA/QC/ISO protocols involving laboratory preparations and instrument operations, data recording, reagents and calibration standard validation, etc. Assignment requires safe handling of various solvents, chemicals, and sample materials.