Biology Lab Technician - Part-Time, Evenings & Weekends

Piedmont Virginia Community College; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Piedmont Virginia Community College in Albemarle is seeking a part-time Biology Lab Assistant to support microbiology and anatomy labs. The role involves preparing samples, maintaining equipment, and assisting instructors during lab periods.

Responsibilities include lab safety, sanitation, record keeping, and helping with student experiments. The position requires the ability to work evenings/weekends as needed and independence in a laboratory setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to prepare chemical solutions and dilutions and use common lab equipment.
• Willing to work evenings and weekends.
• Must be able to work independently in a lab setting.
• Knowledge and adherence to lab safety protocols.
• Knowledge of chemical safety and hazardous waste storage and disposal.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of Windows applications, Microsoft Office Professional (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and email/online platforms.

Responsibilities

• Supports laboratory setup and procedures per established protocols.
• Prepares samples, supplies, and equipment for Biology, Microbiology and Anatomy & Physiology labs.
• Maintains a laboratory notebook and records results.
• Assists instructors during laboratory instruction.
• Maintains sanitation and proper waste disposal.
• Collaborates with staff and students on experiments; may mentor students.

Skills

Lab safety

Independent work

Evenings/weekends

Chemical safety & waste

Communication skills

Windows & MS Office

Chemical solution preparation

Education

Biology/Chemistry background

Tools

Centrifuges

Balances

Micropipettes

Microscopes

Hematology counters

Job description

Piedmont Virginia Community College in Albemarle is seeking a part-time Biology Lab Assistant to support microbiology and anatomy labs. The role involves preparing samples, maintaining equipment, and assisting instructors during lab periods.

Responsibilities include lab safety, sanitation, record keeping, and helping with student experiments. The position requires the ability to work evenings/weekends as needed and independence in a laboratory setting.