Algae Biofilm Technician

Skills:

Operate and maintain rotating algae biofilm reactors for experiments with wastewater treatment.

Display and analyze growth data of biofilm microalgae using Microsoft Excel

Conduct chemical mass balances on nutrients and chemicals in wastewater

Minimum requirements:

STEM field as major

Research laboratory experience with biology and chemistry 

Some engineering coursework

Expected responsibilities:

Operate and maintain rotating algae biofilm reactors for biological, chemical, and physical measurements of performance

Conduct chemical mass balances on nutrients and chemicals in wastewater

Prepare laboratory reports with statistical analysis of results