Lab Assistant II

University of New Mexico

$18.00 Hourly

United States, New Mexico, Albuquerque

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Sep 05, 2025

Requisition IDreq34478
Working TitleLab Assistant II
Pay$18.00 Hourly
CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM
DepartmentEarth and Planetary Sciences E PS (133B)
Employment TypeStudent Employment
Student TypeStudent Employment
StatusNon-Exempt
Background Check RequiredNo
For Best Consideration Date9/16/2025
Position Summary

The Earth Surface Processes Lab at UNM is looking for an undergraduate student to assist with laboratory sample preparation and analyses. The lab serves the university with equipment and instrumentation to process and analyze water, soil, sediment, and rock samples, including a laser diffraction particle size and shape analyzer. The student research assistant will perform the following duties

Operate and maintain the laser diffraction particle size and shape analyzer for sample analysis.
Assist undergraduate and graduate students with preparing and analyzing water, soil, sediment, and rock samples.
Monitor and maintain laboratory filtered water systems to ensure consistent operation.
Organize, manage, and perform quality checks on large datasets generated from sample analyses.
Assist with various research projects in the Earth Surface Processes Lab

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum qualifications not found for this position (0043)

Equivalencies not found for this position

Preferred Qualifications

Coursework or prior experience in Earth sciences, environmental science, chemistry, or a related field.
Familiarity with laboratory safety practices and handling of environmental samples.
Proficiency in data management and basic analysis using Excel or other data analysis software.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail when performing repetitive tasks or working with large datasets.

The UNM 5

	Skills required for the job	Skills you will learn on the job
Collaboration	No	No
Communication	No	No
Critical Thinking	No	No
Professionalism	No	No
Research & Assessment	No	No

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