PPL LAB TECHNICIAN

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a PPL Lab Technician for the Rutgers Soil Testing Laboratory. The Rutgers Soil Testing Laboratory ( STL) is a service unit of Rutgers Cooperative Extension that performs chemical analysis of soils, plant tissue, and water for the public (including farmers, landscape professionals, and residential clientele, etc.) and university research personnel. Under direct supervision of the STL Director and/or Laboratory Researcher, the Principal Laboratory Technician position is primarily responsible for the preparation, extraction/digestion, and analysis of soil samples (approximately 8000/year) for plant nutrients, operation and maintenance of ICP- OES analytic equipment, quality control practices, conversion and import of data values to the Soil Testing Laboratory Information Management System ( LIMS) database.

Other agricultural/horticultural analyses to be conducted include extraction and analysis of inorganic nitrogen with automated continuous flow analyzer, extraction and analyses of compost and potting media samples, digestion and analysis of plant tissue, etc. Other laboratory procedures must be mastered as well to ensure continuity of laboratory operations and support the evolving needs of the Soil Testing Laboratory.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Message to AFSCME Local 1761 ( COLT) members ONLY: To apply, an application or resume must be submitted no later than 9:00 a.m. on Friday, 10/02/2026. Although AFSCME Local 1761 ( COLT) members have priority consideration, outside applications are accepted as well.