Overview:

The Analytical Sciences (AS) group supports a wide variety of clientele, including those in the domestic private sector, the U.S. federal government, and trade associations. AS conducts research environmental analysis laboratories, including electron and optical microscopy, mass spectrometry, and inorganic analysis

The successful candidate will support projects by performing a variety of sample handling, packaging, shipping, data entry, and logistics organization in support of a national environmental sampling network.

Responsibilities:

Perform a variety of technical lab procedures such as preparing routine solutions and reagents and performing routine tests like turbidity and pH.

 Prepare sampling kits for shipment to collection sites.

Perform the receipt and log0in of incoming samples.

Make and record laboratory observations.

Perform simple calculations and collect and prepare data for evaluation.

Assist with research activities and other tasks as necessary in a laboratory environment.

Arrange and dismantle laboratory apparatus.

Collect, wash and store glassware.

Assist with receipt and inspection of raw materials.

Assist with ordering and stocking of materials and equipment.

Adhere to company and departmental Standard Operating Procedures and agency guidelines (ex. FDA, EPA, and

OECD GLPs)

Label, archive and retrieve data as needed.

Qualifications:

High School diploma and 2 years’ experience

Basic Knowledge of Microsoft Access and Excel.

Physical and mental demands of this role include those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, including: Lifting weights of up to 40 pounds

Remaining in a stationary position for long periods of time

Performing repetitious tasks with attention to detail and quality

Operating a computer and other office machinery

EEO & Pay Equity Statements:

For San Francisco, CA USA Job Postings Only: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Further information is available 

RTI accepts applications to our job openings from candidates with criminal histories or conviction records in accordance with all applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

The anticipated pay range for this role is listed below. Our pay ranges represent national averages and may vary by location as a geographic differential may be applied to some locations within the United States. RTI considers multiple factors when making an offer including, for example: established salary range, internal budget, business needs, and education and years of work experience possessed by the applicant. Further, salary is merely one element to our offer.

At RTI, we demonstrate our commitment to rewarding individual and team achievement through a total rewards package. This package includes (among other things) a competitive base salary, a generous paid time off policy, merit based annual increases, bonus opportunities and a robust recognition program. Other benefits include a competitive range of insurance plans (including health, dental, life, and short-term and long-term disability), access to a retirement savings program such as a 401(k) plan, paid parental leave for all parents, financial assistance with adoption expenses or infertility treatments, financial reimbursement for education and developmental opportunities, an employee assistance program, and numerous other offerings to support a healthy work-life balance.

Hiring Salary Range:

$42,000 - $48,000