Scientist II - Nebraska Public Health Environmental Lab

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Bachelor's degree with major in chemistry, biology or related field OR Post high school coursework/training in chemistry,

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Health & Human Services - Agency 25

Lincoln, NE

$27.438

JR2026-00029743 Scientist II - Nebraska Public Health Environmental Lab (Open)

The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a Scientist II in our HPLC section for our Public Health Environmental Laboratory.

The Scientist II plays a vital role in supporting Nebraska's drinking water program. The position also serves as the Radiation Safety Officer for the laboratory, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and contributing to the overall integrity and reliability of water testing processes.

Pay rate: $27.438 Hourly

Analyzing water samples by HPLC for EPA methods 531.1, 547, and 549.2 for pesticides and herbicides in drinking water and for Radon in water analysis in support of Nebraska's drinking water program.
Serving as Radiation Safety Officer for the lab.
Serving as backup analyst for other organic methods.
Performing other analytical and quality assurance duties as assigned

Requirements

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Minimum of a bachelor degree in chemistry, biology, or environmental science and experience in organic analytical testing of water and waste water.
Previous work in a regulatory environment and experience with radiochemistry testing is preferred.
Previous environmental lab experience or extensive HPLC experience a plus but not required.

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The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.