Evening Chemistry Lab Coordinator

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Virginia seeks a Laboratory Research Professional (J1885) to support undergraduate evening chemistry labs in organic and general chemistry, with opportunities to assist upper-level biochemistry, analytical, and physical chemistry labs as needed.

The role involves maintaining equipment, preparing solutions, managing glassware, and guiding students under the supervision of three other lab coordinators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3+ years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare chemistry instructional labs per course materials.
• Prepare chemical solutions including buffers and acid/base solutions.
• Maintain laboratory equipment (analytical instrumentation, balances, pH meters, ovens, centrifuges) and records.
• Manage glassware and consumables; stockroom duties and waste management.
• Provide general oversight during lab sessions and ensure safety practices.
• Train users in equipment operation and supervise lab assistants as needed.
• Attend weekly teaching assistant meetings and Crosstrain in introductory labs.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Job description

The University of Virginia seeks a Laboratory Research Professional (J1885) to support undergraduate evening chemistry labs in organic and general chemistry, with opportunities to assist upper-level biochemistry, analytical, and physical chemistry labs as needed.

The role involves maintaining equipment, preparing solutions, managing glassware, and guiding students under the supervision of three other lab coordinators.