Analytical Chemist

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The primary role of this position is to serve as an analytical chemist in the Water and Environmental Analysis Laboratory, provide expertise to analyze water samples using accepted methods, and to maintain partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.  Techniques relevant to this position include flow injection chromatography, discrete colorimetry analysis, UV-VIS, and digestion processes used with methods EPA 365.4, EPA 351.2, or Standard Methods 4500-N D.

The person in this position will be expected to review and understand the regulations under which the laboratory maintains certifications. The person will be required to follow established methodologies and quality assurance protocols. The person must demonstrate professionalism and team skills within the workplace through their encounters with their directors, supervisors, coworkers, student analysts, and clients. Maintaining a willingness for continuous education by participation in appropriate professional development is expected. This academic staff position is funded by program revenue and functions under the supervision of the Chemist Supervisor.

**Full position description is available upon request. **

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Provides result interpretation and participates in educational and outreach activities

• Engages in the development, evaluation, and implementation of new methodologies including techniques for chemical research experiments

• Supports and/or trains new employees, students, and other professional colleagues

• Utilizes, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory instrumentation and information management systems to meet unit objectives in alignment with strategic initiatives

• Establishes and maintains partnerships with internal and external stakeholders and communicates research updates to appropriate entities

• Performs non-routine instrument maintenance and repairs

• Prepares technical reports, makes scientific recommendations based on findings, and presents materials to stake holder groups through various mediums

• Performs high complexity analytical testing, employing quality control and quality assurance practices

Department:

The Water and Environmental Analysis Laboratory (WEAL) is a unit of the Center for Watershed Science and Education (CWSE) in the College of Natural Resources. The mission of the WEAL is to provide quality analytical services, undergraduate educational opportunities for UWSP students, outreach education support to CWSE staff and the general public, and support or initiate research of pertinent surface and groundwater issues across the state of Wisconsin.

Compensation:

$44,000-$50,000 annually, based on qualifications and experience

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, natural sciences, or related field.
• Coursework in general or analytical chemistry or demonstrated experience in an analytical chemistry lab.
• Experience with the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of lab instrumentation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a Wisconsin DNR-certified laboratory that conducts analytical testing of surface water, groundwater and/or drinking water.
• Experience with good laboratory practices for operation, safety, and quality control.
• Experience with the operation and maintenance of a SEAL AA 500 used to analyze Total Phosphorus and Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen.
• Experience with digestion techniques such as EPA 365.4, EPA 351.2, or Standard Methods 4500-Norg D).
• Experience with a laboratory information management system (LIMS).
• Familiarity with Microsoft product suite.
• Coursework in organic chemistry or instrumental analysis.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, natural sciences, or related field.

How to Apply:

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by 03/22/2026 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

Files must be complete to be considered. Submission in PDF format is preferred for all attachments. Please include the following documents:

- Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience

- Resume/Curriculum Vitae

(Official Transcripts will be required of finalist)

After you submit your application, you are unable to edit it, so please be sure to include all application materials.

Contact Information:

Name: Kristina Lapp, Search Committee Chair

Email: klapp@uwsp.edu

If you have any questions regarding the application process, need special arrangements, or if you submitted your application with missing materials, please call or email:

Human Resources

Email: human.resources@uwsp.edu

Phone: 715-346-2606

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. UW-Stevens Point does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position.

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you to supply a minimum of three (3) professional references (one (1) of which being a current or former supervisor). It is preferred that you supply five (5) professional references (two (2) of which being a current or former supervisors). Your references will be required to answer questions regarding misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Special Notes:

Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth, provides a liberal education, and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit https://www.uwsp.edu/join-uw-stevens-point/ for more information about UW-Stevens Point. To learn about the Stevens Point (aka Point) area fun, jobs, housing, education, quality of life, and bragging rights, visit www.stevenspointarea.com.

Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at 715-346-2606 or hr@uwsp.edu.

The safety and success of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students, faculty, and staff. You may obtain the complete report at https://www3.uwsp.edu/protsv/Pages/Clery.aspx

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.