Job Details

Field and Lab Technician

Position Number: 9921106
Location: Bowling Green, United States
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

Field and Lab Technician

Bowling Green State University

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Job Type: Full-Time
Division: A&S Dean
Opening Date: 10/26/2026
Location: Main Campus (BG), OH
Job Number: BGSU02059
Department: A&S Dean
Closing: 11/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Summary

The Field and Lab Technician position would assist in research projects including field work to deploy equipment, collect water and/or soil samples, retrieve equipment, and perform routine maintenance. Laboratory duties will include preparation and proper storage of samples, wet chemistry for soil and water samples, and use of analysis equipment. More specifically, this position will include tasks needed to ensure smooth operation of the field operations and chemistry laboratory, such as assistance with sample collection, field station maintenance, sample preparation, specific analyses following all Standard Operating Procedures, and data management. This technician will assist with maintaining and troubleshooting analytical equipment, preparation of standards and reagents, and oversee graduate students and undergraduate student interns. Ideally, this technician will have experience analyzing water samples for nutrient chemistry and maintaining laboratory instrumentation.

Essential Functions

Laboratory Analysis

Maintain sample integrity from sample collection, sample receiving, login, chain of custody, and sample preparation for all samples processed in the lab
Conduct specific analyses following all Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)/Quality Assurance Plan (QAP) requirements for completed analysis
Ensure that all laboratory instrumentation and equipment is functioning properly
Maintain laboratory database systems in collaboration with other lab members; prepare for upcoming sampling on a weekly basis
Help with special projects when the opportunity arises
Incorporate updates to laboratory procedures or equipment as needed
Oversee and train new graduate students and undergraduate student workers in the chemistry laboratory

Field Work

Deploy field sensors either by wading or hiking into remote areas, or by boat
Collect and record water and/or soil samples
Analyze the samples using, but not limited to, field deployable sondes, fluoroprobes, etc.
Properly maintain field sensors and lab equipment and keep areas organized, clean, and follow lab safety rules

Education and Outreach

Train and supervise students in the lab and field settings
Assist students with research projects as needed

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

The following Degree is required:

Bachelor's Degree

The following Experience is required:

1 year of research experience

The following Licensure is required:

Must have valid driver's license

Preferred experience:

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or related field
2 years prior experience with field research that includes wetland monitoring, water quality sampling, soil sampling, and remote sensing
Training on calibration and maintenance of lab and field equipment, including Exosondes, AA300/400, and Isco autosamplers
Familiarity with EPA water and soil testing SOPs
Experience with acid digestion protocols for TP and TN assays
Experience completing tasks on boats and working in wetlands/ wading in water with equipment

Additional Information

Knowledge skills and Abilities:

Must be able to lift 25+ pounds and carry field equipment into and out of potentially rough terrain.
Experience with laboratory tools and equipment used for the preparation and analysis of water samples, specifically for nutrient analysis (e.g. autoclave, pipettes, digestion blocks, balances, etc.), as well as field sampling equipment (e.g. automated water samplers, handheld water quality sensors, soil cores, etc.)
Knowledge of operation and use of various office equipment including, but not limited to: personal computer, including spreadsheet and word processing software, integrated database software, fax machine, copier, telephone, scanner, and printers

Deadline to Apply: November 9, 2026

Required Application Materials & Evaluation

Experience must be fully documented on the official application.
The application will be used to evaluate if candidates meet the minimum requirements for the position and for consideration when determining starting pay rate.
Experience requirements are inclusive of relevant professional experience, or experience attained through relevant internships, co-ops, student employment positions, or graduate assistantships.

Uploads

Required: Resume (for supplemental information only)
Optional: Cover Letter

Essential Requirement: Work Authorization

BGSU does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

Bowling Green State University is an equal opportunity employer. The University is committed to maintaining an employment and educational environment that is free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of protected class: age (40 years of age or older), ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity and expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, military status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

EEOC Know Your Rights

OCRC Know Your Rights

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Bowling Green State University, please call 419-372-8421 or email ohr@bgsu.edu.

BGSU is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/bgsu/jobs/5528345/field-and-lab-technician

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