Internal/External

Position Title

Environmental Chemist

TTC Title and Code

Chemist I (HS048) or Chemist II (HS092)

FTE

100%

Position Information

Total Rewards

UW Stevens Point provides a competitive benefits package including monthly premiums starting at $32, deductibles starting at $250, auto-enrollment in the Wisconsin Retirement System (pension) with employer contributions, and 17 days of paid time off (PTO)*. Additional benefits and more information available on our Total Rewards page.

Department

Water and Environmental Analysis Laboratory (WEAL)/College of Natural Resources

Department Description

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 undergraduate educational opportunities for UWSP students, provide 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.

University Description

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.EverythingPointsHere.com.

The primary role of this position is to serve as an environmental chemist in the Water and Environmental Analysis Laboratory and provide expertise to analyze water samples using accepted methods. Techniques relevant to this position include flow injection chromatography, discrete colorimetry analysis, inductively coupled optical emission spectroscopy, inductively coupled mass spectroscopy, UV-Vis, fluorimetry, gravimetric analysis, and wet chemistry (pH, conductivity, titrations).

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 non-tenure track academic staff position is funded by program revenue and functions under the supervision of a Chemist Supervisor.

Shift: 7:45am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday.

Required Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. UW-Stevens Point¿s mission is, ¿Through the discovery, dissemination and application of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point fosters intellectual growth, provides a broad-based education, models community engagement and prepares students for success in a diverse and sustainable world.¿

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.

• PTO offering prorated based on start date and hours worked.

How To Apply

This position and instructions on how to apply are located on our website. Please be sure to complete all required fields and include all required documents before submitting your application. To return to a draft application, click on the ¿My Activities¿ link at the top of the screen after logging in. Once you click on Submit Application, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. After submitting the application, you will receive an Application Confirmation email from the application system. Refer to the ¿How To Apply¿ document for more information.

Anticipated Appointment Date

Terms of Employment

Position Contact

Human Resources Contact