Scientist 1 (tuition reimbursement program)

Shift :

Monday through Friday, 8 : 00 AM - 5 : 00 PM

Are you ready to work making the world a safer, healthier place? Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives.

This is a full-time, onsite, Scientist 1 position located in Golden, CO, Monday - Friday, 8 : 00 a.m. - 5 : 00 p.m.

Compensation : $20.00 per hour

Make an impact. Build a career.

At Pace®, everything we do is built upon an unwavering commitment to making the world a safer, healthier place. We continually work to develop innovative practices that drive sustainability and empower our partners with accurate, quality data at every critical moment and milestone.

That's why we need you your curiosity, your talents, and your drive to help us advance this important work, and your career.

Find your place at Pace®

Join us as a Scientist I, where you'll put your love of science to work performing and overseeing projects within the microbiology department of our Golden environmental testing laboratory.

What you'll do

Facilitate and support the analysis, administration and oversight of fungal air and surface samples using standard biological safety policies, programs, and practices

Clean, maintain, and calibrate instruments

Maintain detailed and organized documentation on all laboratory work

What you'll bring

Bachelor’s degree in biology / biochemistry or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Any prior experience with microscopy, mold or fungal samples is preferred

Ability to perform work in a lab or office setting, remain standing for long periods while conducting tests, work around strong smells, and wear personal protective equipment while handling samples (e.g., lab coat, safety glasses and gloves; all PPE provided by Pace®).

What we promise

Comprehensive benefit program, including medical, vision and dental insurance, 401(k) matching and tuition reimbursement

Opportunities to build a rewarding career

An inclusive culture that stands for integrity, innovation and growth

PHYSICAL / MENTAL REQUIREMENTS :

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Mobility to work in a lab and office setting, use standard office and lab equipment and stamina to sit for extended periods of time; exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and / or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects; vision to use a microscope, read printed materials and computer screens; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT :

Work is performed in a lab and office setting. Work is subject to chemicals, fumes, gasses, noxious odors, and related items in a lab setting.

Find Your Place at Pace - We need you - your curiosity, your talents, and your drive - to help us advance this important work.

Benefits

When you join Pace®, you commit to work that makes a positive impact on our communities and our world. We commit to supporting you with benefits and perks that make a positive impact on your life. Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes competitive salaries, medical, dental vision, 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match), life, disability and voluntary benefits, paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days, HSA, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave, optional legal coverage and ID theft.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pace® provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.