We are an independent, certified water testing laboratory located in Brainerd, Minnesota since 1972. We offer testing for drinking water, wastewater, surface water, and storm water. We are proud to be 100% women-owned and operated and are ready to serve you. Our mission is to help preserve our water resources and human health by providing the highest quality results with excellent customer service.

COVID-19 UPDATE

A.W. Research Laboratories is an essential business and is open. In order to protect our employees and customers please take note of the following when entering our building: 
  • Wear a mask if you have one
  • Only one customer is allowed in the building at a time. Please wait outside if someone is already at the counter. 
  • While in the building, practice social distancing. 
  • We do have curbside service available on request. Please call us at 218-829-7974. 

Employment Opportunity

We are seeking a motivated individual to join our team as a full time Environmental Laboratory Technician. Position responsibilities include: performing certified testing according to procedure and quality standards, general laboratory cleaning and maintenance tasks, assembling drinking water kits, and other general tasks (labeling bottles, washing filters, dumping samples) as assigned. Basic computer skills a must including data entry, Excel spreadsheets, and email. On-the-job training will be provided. The laboratory technician must be able to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision, and be available for occasional weekend/holiday hours.

Qualifications: High School Diploma or greater, lift up to 50 pounds, stand for long periods of time, and will use both hands to perform required functions of the job. Science background and laboratory experience preferred.

Application: To apply submit a current resume with cover letter to Sara Ahlers, Laboratory Director, at sara@awlab.com.

For more details about the position, please call us at 218-829-7974.
HOURS
Monday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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We found A.W. Research very easy and convenient to use when we had our water tested before we sold our house. I would recommend them to anyone.

Josh Goble, Homeowner

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Those working at the lab were helpful and genuinely customer friendly. That is what I like about 'hometown' service. All was explained clearly and thoroughly. The process went smoothly and results were timely. Gracias.

Jan Kurtz, Retired CLC Spanish Instructor

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"AW Research Labs has provided my company with excellent service for many years. They go above and beyond to make sure you get what you need and it's always on time, plus they always have a friendly smile to greet you when you walk in the door.

Shawn Hoover, Aspen Realty

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The staff at AW Labs have always been a pleasure to work with! Our office regularly contracts with them to perform water testing as well as field data entry and we've never had a problem! Staff are organized, communicate clearly, friendly and are quick to answer questions. I would highly recommend them for your water testing needs!

Sheila Boldt, Crow Wing County SWCD

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I have done business with AW Research  for 25 years and have always been very satisfied  with the service, but most of all have enjoyed learning from the employees who all have the ability to make very complicated information easily understood.

Pat Smith, Culligan Water

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