Scientific Technician-Customer Service-Public Health Laboratory
Company: State of Nebraska
Location: Lincoln
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Health & Human Services -
Agency 25 Location: Lincoln, NE Hiring Rate: $15.559 Job Posting:
JR2026-00023834 Scientific Technician-Customer Service-Public
Health Laboratory (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no
date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): Job
Description: The Nebraska Public Health Environmental Laboratory is
seeking a Scientific Technician to work in the customer service
area of the laboratory on a full-time basis. Job Duties: As a
Scientific Technician , you will: Respond to customer requests and
assemble and ship sample collection kits. Conduct minor preliminary
testing procedures (pH, acidification of samples), sample custody,
and sample disposal. Print sample requests, enter sample collection
demographics, sort incoming samples, and deliver samples to
appropriate work areas Pick up and deliver mail. The successful
candidate must be detail-oriented, dependable, able to organize
multiple projects and enjoy working independently. We offer an
excellent total compensation package including 13 paid holidays;
vacation and sick leave; a State-matched retirement plan; and
health, dental, vision, and life insurance options! Requirements /
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Experience performing
laboratory bench procedures in a chemical environmental,
microbiological, or biological laboratory OR post-high school
coursework/training in laboratory bench techniques, biology,
microbiology, or other biological/life sciences. Preferred
Qualifications : A high school diploma with at least 6 months
experience in customer service, or working with the public. A
working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, and clerical
skills. Knowledge of ?environmental testing Ability to lift
containers weighing up to 50 lbs. Other: Valid Driver's License
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : Ability to: Communicate
effectively; interact with lab staff and the public Understand and
follow supervisory instructions and safety policies Work with
limited supervision Compose correspondence using correct grammar,
punctuation, and spelling Relay knowledge gained to co-workers to
recognize and solve problems Act in a professional manner at all
times when representing the laboratory Lift up 50lb containers. If
you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't
apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday
and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing
page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page:
https://link.nebraska.gov/ Benefits We offer a comprehensive
package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and
professional development opportunities to help you get the most out
of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total
compensation. Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to
offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and
employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit:
https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.htmlbenefits Equal Opportunity
Statement 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.
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