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Field Laboratory Technician
Koloma
Columbus, OH, USA
Posted on Sep 12, 2025
Koloma is a geologic hydrogen company that leverages its technology, proprietary data, and human capital advantages to identify and commercialize these resources on a global scale. We are developing technologies that will enable the production of low cost, reliable, carbon-free hydrogen. Our team is led by seasoned energy executives and world-renowned technical thought leaders. We are looking for a fantastic Field Laboratory Technician to work in the field and join our Columbus, Ohio team.
Candidate Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Chemistry, Engineering or related field
- 2-5 years’ experience of laboratory or field-based technical experience, including sample collection and analysis
- Experience with quality assurance of data and troubleshooting
- Experience and or willing to learn to work with highly specialized lab equipment
- Strong administrative skills, willing to liaise with staff at multiple levels on-site and in-office
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with analytical instrumentation and laboratory procedures associated with water, rock, and gas samples, but training will be provided on the specific instrumentation listed in the Job Responsibilities section below
- Be able to drive a mobile lab trailer to and from sites
- Experience handling hazmat materials/samples
Job Responsibilities
- Perform analytical laboratory work in both the main laboratory located in Columbus, Ohio and in a field-based mobile laboratory environment
- Responsible for sample collection of drill cuttings, gas, and liquids while on-site in the field
- Perform analysis of samples using multiple laboratory instruments, maintaining the field laboratory and liaising with various on-site and office personnel
- Learn and independently operate a range of analytical instrumentation and techniques for gas and liquid analysis in both the main and mobile chemistry laboratories, including gas chromatography, residual gas mass spectrometry, ion chromatography, and proprietary Koloma technologies
- Responsible for quality assurance and control of analytical instrumentation and affiliated equipment, including leak checking, analyzing standards and blanks, instrument troubleshooting, and other lab related upkeep and maintenance
- Learn and execute procedures supporting data collection, data processing, interpretation, and report generation, while effectively communicating significant data changes to field and laboratory geologists
- Provide support for sample preparation and transportation, ensuring sample integrity
- Work closely with Field Geologist and mudlogger, providing on-site support
- Perform other duties as assigned
Onboarding Notes:
- This role reports into Koloma's Columbus office and requires extensive field work and travel
- The role reports into the Field Geologist and Laboratory Geologist
- Basic training in managing equipment will be provided
- We offer industry-competitive compensation with significant stock option upside
- Koloma provides exceptional benefits including healthcare, vision, and dental and retirement plan
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of duties or activities that are required, and some responsibilities may change.