LAB & RESEARCH TECHNICIAN

Old Dominion University; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Dominion University is seeking a Lab & Research Technician I to manage undergraduate teaching labs, perform setup, inventory control, and ensure instrument calibration. The role includes supervising student labs and assisting faculty with requisitions and equipment purchases.

The candidate will maintain lab inventories, coordinate with procurement, and support ETF equipment installations and maintenance across MDTS programs.

Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of general laboratory procedures, equipment, and safety techniques.
• Working knowledge of equipment, instrumentation, and math skills involved in media and reagent preparation.
• Working knowledge of quality control, inventory, instrument calibration and maintenance, and operation of office reproducing equipment.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and follow instructions.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain records; to record and report results/outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to lead or direct the work of others.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of undergraduate and certificate medical laboratory science teaching laboratories including setup, stock culture maintenance, inventory control, and equipment calibration/maintenance.
• Assist in supervision during student labs, especially as related to instrument operation.
• Address faculty requisitions across MDTS programs and assist in procuring supplies and ETF equipment purchases.
• Maintain inventory of clerical and laboratory equipment and coordinate with faculty and procurement for acquisitions.

Skills

Laboratory procedures

Equipment operation

Math skills

Quality control

Inventory management

Instrument calibration

Microsoft Office

Oral and written communication

Supervision of others

Education

BS in Chemistry/Biology or related field

ASCP certification (or eligibility)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Staff and Administrative & Professional Faculty Applicants:
• Contact Human Resources at:
  [phone]
  [e-mail]
• Teaching and Research Faculty Applicants:
• Contact Academic Affairs at:
  [e-mail]

LAB & RESEARCH TECHNICIAN

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

None

Position Information

Role Title

Lab & Research Spec I

Role Code

59073

Pay Band

03

Working Title

LAB & RESEARCH TECHNICIAN

Position Number

00472A

Department

MED DIAGNOSTIC & TRANSLATIONS SCI

Location

Norfolk, VA

Type of Position

Classified

Type of Job

Full Time

EEO Category

Job Description

The purpose of this position is to manage all aspects of the undergraduate and certificate medical laboratory science teaching laboratories including lab set-up, stock culture maintenance, inventory control, and equipment calibration and maintenance; to perform some assistance and supervision as needed during student labs, especially as related to instrument operation; to address faculty requisitions as requested across all of the MDTS professional programs, including existing Certificate programs and developing MS programs; and assist in ordering supplies and equipment for the department. Assist in maintaining inventory of clerical and laboratory equipment, and coordinating with faculty and procurement in acquisition, installation, and maintenance of ETF equipment purchases.

Type of Recruitment

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Considerable knowledge of general laboratory procedures, equipment, and safety techniques used in a chemical, biological, research, teaching, or medical laboratory. Working knowledge of equipment, instrumentation, and math skills involved in media and reagent preparation. Working knowledge of quality control, inventory, instrument calibration and maintenance, and operation of office reproducing equipment. Working knowledge of applicable computer software to include Microsoft Office products. Effective oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to interpret and follow instructions. Demonstrated ability to maintain records; to record and report results/outcomes. Demonstrated ability to lead or direct the work of others.

Special licenses, registration or certification

Either Medical Laboratory Technician ( ASCP ) certification (or eligibility to obtain), or a B.S. degree or higher in Chemistry, Biology or a related field.

Education or training

Either a B.S. degree or higher in Chemistry, Biology or a related field, or Medical Laboratory Technician ( ASCP ) certification (or eligibility to obtain).

Level and type of experience

Comprehensive experience working in a laboratory setting to include student or employee supervision and assistance, quality control, inventory, and instrument calibration and maintenance.

Additional Considerations (supplemental knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification)

Both Medical Laboratory Technician ( ASCP ) certification and a B.S. degree or higher in Chemistry, Biology or a related field or higher. Microbiology, phlebotomy/serology, and other medical laboratory experience. Some experience working in a university laboratory setting. Some experience supervising others in a laboratory setting. Some experience with instrumentation required for medical laboratory science classrooms. Class I & Class III Waste Management Facility Operator License with Commonwealth Virginia.

Conditions of Employment

None

Annual Salary/Hourly Rate

Salary commensurate with education and experience

Job Requisition Number

S03382

Job Open To

General Public

Open Date

07/23/2026

Close Date

09/25/2026

Open Until Filled No

No

Special Instructions Summary

None

Criminal Background Check

The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.

College Home Page

Department Home Page

Equity Statement

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at [phone].

Alternative Hiring Process

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process.
To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS ), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired ( DBVI ). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter.
To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Are you a former federal employee who was terminated from a position of employment with the federal government on or after January 1, 2025, due to a reduction in the federal budget or initiatives put in place by the federal Department of Government Efficiency?
  1. Yes - If yes, please upload a copy of your Standard Form (SF-50)
  2. No
• Do you now, or will you in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa?
  1. Yes
  2. No

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Contact Information for Professional References

Optional Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Yellow Layoff Form
• Blue Layoff Card
• AHP Letter
• Standard Form 50 (SF-50)

If you have questions:
Staff and Administrative & Professional Faculty applicants, please contact the Department of Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail] .
Teaching and Research Faculty applicants, please contact the Office of Academic Affairs at [e-mail] .