Lab Assistant, BIOL - Parichy Lab - Federal Work-Study (Student Wage)

University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Virginia in Charlottesville is seeking part-time Federal Work-Study assistants for the Parichy lab. You will help with routine molecular biology and animal facility tasks, including solution prep, plate pouring, sterilization, and fish care, while gaining exposure to ongoing research projects.

Hours are flexible around course schedules; compensation is $14.60 per hour. Applicants must be UVA students eligible for Federal Work Study and resume is required.

Qualifications

• Resume required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with solution preparation.
• Plate pouring and sterilization.
• Inventory and organization.
• Care and feeding of tropical fish (zebrafish).

Skills

Molecular biology

Animal care

Lab organization

Sterilization

Fish care

Education

Current UVA student with Federal Work Study Eligibility

Job description

**Federal work-study students only**

Overview

The Parichy lab (parichylab.org) is looking for part time assistants to help with routine tasks in both molecular biology and animal facilities, including solution preparation, plate pouring, sterilization, organization and inventory, and care and feeding of tropical fish (zebrafish and related species) using for developmental genetic and evolutionary studies. Though an entry level position, opportunities are also available for professional skills development and assisting with on-going research projects that include mutant screens, gene perturbation by CRISPR methods, PCR and molecular cloning, and other activities. Hours are flexible around course schedules.

Scheduling

This position is open 8/25/26 through 5/14/27.

Compensation

$14.60/hr.

Please contact Dave Parichy ([e-mail]) with questions about this position.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS.

Resume required.

Education: Current UVA student with Federal Work Study Eligibilty Experience: None Licensure: None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is primarily an active job supporting tropical fish. The job may require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.