Laboratory Technician

Working Lands Conservation (WLC) is a small research-based non-profit located in Logan UT. Our goal is to improve land management by bringing science to collaborative partnerships while also supporting communities and livelihoods. Through our work we are creating resilient Western landscapes and a resilient future for communities that utilize and value these working landscapes.

We are a team of field ecologists and communicators. We draw on our extensive experience designing ecological studies collecting data and analyzing information to understand how land management contributes to landscape health and stakeholder stewardship objectives.

We are a partner-oriented organization. We realize that trust learning and change happen when science is shared in conversation and as stories. We thus spend as much time building relationships as we do collecting data. We strongly believe that partnerships of diverse stakeholders lead to innovative management ideas and that producers are the foundational stewards of working landscapes. We work closely with producers state agencies federal agencies non-profit organizations and university researchers to fulfill our mission share ideas and inspire innovative management.

Were excited to welcome a Laboratory Technician to support our Ecosystem Services Lab through soil health analysis. This is a Term-limited Position lasting from August 26 2026 through December 31 2026. The Laboratory Technician will contribute to Working Land Conservations mission by both working independently and with other staff in Working Lands Conservations laboratory. Duties will focus on sample preparation and analysis for basic soil health parameters.

The Laboratory Technician will support Working Lands Conservations mission as dedicated technician in our Logan UT lab. Over the past year WLC opened a non-profit Ecosystem Services Laboratory that provides ranchers and other stakeholders with cost-effective soil water and plant testing so land stewards have the data needed to adaptively manage their landscapes. Duties will include following lab protocols preparing samples for analysis applying dilution theory for chemical procedures assisting the Laboratory Manager with sample analysis and maintaining a safe laboratory environment through proper chemical storage and waste management.

Theres no way around it... you love working in the lab. From past work in soil labs you know your way around drying ovens soil sieves and fume hoods. You are comfortable keeping the benches clean and organized in the lab.

You have hands-on experience with soil processing including: organic carbon analysis nutrient analysis respiration N mineralization and soil microbial biomass and activity. You understand solution chemistry and dilution theory and are comfortable following lab protocols as written (and improving them along the way). You enjoy working on a team or assisting the Laboratory Manager with sample prep and you can also work independently due to your past experience.

You are excited about joining a small dynamic team of scientists and communicators who are mission-driven and outcome-focused. You believe that blending academic-grade experimental design with kitchen-table relationship building roots projects in community and leads to adaptive management with lasting impacts. You know that to thrive in a small non-profit requires nimbleness. You are flexible are not deterred when plans change and can draw on your problem solving skills to move projects forward. You have superb interpersonal and communication skills through which to share your vision and excitement with all those you work with.

You are dedicated to contributing and fostering a workplace centered on teamwork a commitment to excellence and mutual respect. The ideal candidate will be a person of integrity humor enthusiasm and optimism.

Specific Experience Requested:
We recognize that each applicant for this role will bring unique skills knowledge experiences and background to this position lending their flair to the trajectory of the Laboratory Technician role. We welcome diverse experiences and perspectives in our applicant pool and will be looking for candidates who possess many but not necessarily all of the following qualifications and experience:

Workplace: Working Lands Conservation has a dedicated office and laboratory in Logan UT which serves as a hub for team members. All team members have a dedicated workspace in the office. Due to the onsite nature of lab work this position will be required to work onsite in the WLC office/lab.

Travel: This position does not require travel.

Compensation: This position is a Term-limited Position lasting from August 26 2026 through December 31 2026. Multiplier provides a comprehensive compensation package including competitive salary ($20/hour) excellent medical and dental benefits retirement savings and generous vacation and sick leave policy.

Multiplier and WLC are committed to creating an inclusive equitable and accessible application process for all candidates. We recognize that the traditional hiring process can create barriers. If we can support your participation in the job application or interview process by providing specific assistance or accommodation please reach out to Requests for accommodations are confidential and will not impact your candidacy.

Working Lands Conservation is an independent operating project of the nonprofit umbrella organization Multiplier a nationally recognized nonprofit with a growing portfolio of innovative initiatives that conserve and protect a sustainable and resilient world ().