Laboratory Technician I
Location
Ames, IA
Job Type
Full-time
Category
other-general
Posted
June 17, 2026
Position Title:Laboratory Technician I
Job Group:Merit
Required Minimum Qualifications:• One year of related laboratory experience, or Any combination of related experience and/or related undergraduate courses in physical or natural sciences that is equivalent to one year of full-time employment.
Special Required QualificationsValid U.S. Driver's License
Job Description:
The Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition at Iowa State University is seeking a Laboratory Technician I to support research and development activities within the Polymer and Food Protection Consortium (PFPC). This position plays a key role in processing recycled plastics and packaging materials, supporting applied research projects, maintaining specialized equipment, and coordinating materials used in laboratory and pilot-scale operations.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy hands-on technical work, operating i...
Job Group:Merit
Required Minimum Qualifications:• One year of related laboratory experience, or Any combination of related experience and/or related undergraduate courses in physical or natural sciences that is equivalent to one year of full-time employment.
Special Required QualificationsValid U.S. Driver's License
Job Description:
The Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition at Iowa State University is seeking a Laboratory Technician I to support research and development activities within the Polymer and Food Protection Consortium (PFPC). This position plays a key role in processing recycled plastics and packaging materials, supporting applied research projects, maintaining specialized equipment, and coordinating materials used in laboratory and pilot-scale operations.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy hands-on technical work, operating i...