Laboratory Analyst

Company: OWASA

Location: Carrboro, NC

Employment Type: Full Time

Date Posted: 02/25/2026

Expire Date: 04/25/2026

Salary Range: $56,036 - $84,053

Job Categories: Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical

Seeking a Laboratory Analyst to join the Water Resources team at Orange Water and Sewer Authority (OWASA). The ideal candidate is a team player with strong work ethic, adaptability, excellent communication skills, and experience in gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC‑MS). This position requires a positive attitude and willingness to collaborate with the team to achieve organizational goals.

• Ensure water produced at the treatment facility is safe to drink and meets all regulatory requirements.
• Perform quality‑control procedures on all analytical parameters to ensure reliability and accuracy of results.
• Calibrate and maintain analytical equipment.
• Collect regulatory samples within the system.
• Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including preparing and submitting regulatory reports.
• Maintain good relationships with co‑workers, community neighbors, and customers; provide excellent customer service.

• Associate degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Minimum two years’ laboratory experience in water testing, or equivalent education and experience.
• Strong preference for GC‑MS skills and experience with advanced analytical equipment.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license.
• Ability to meet safety‑sensitive position requirements and physical duties, including lifting up to 50 pounds (bi‑annual physical).

• Salary Range: $56,036 – $84,053
• NC Local Government Employee Retirement System (pension plan)
• 5% Employer 457 plan contribution
• Retirement Health Savings Account
• Employer‑paid Health, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Long‑term Disability
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Vacation, Sick, Personal, Bereavement, and Parental Leave
• Monthly Cell Phone Stipend
• Educational Reimbursement
• Bonus Pay for Additional Certifications and/or Education
• Transfer of unused sick leave from previous NC Local Government or State agency employer

• Company Name: OWASA
• Contact Email: rpiper
• Website: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

OWASA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diverse experiences. We provide competitive pay and benefits in a safe, rewarding work environment.

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Final date to receive applications:
March 11, 2026.

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