Laboratory Technician I

Iowa State University

Full-time other-general
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Location
Ames, IA, United States
Posted
June 10, 2026

Job Description

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...