Laboratory Operations & Inventory Specialist

Virginia Tech; Blacksburg (VA); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech seeks an entry-level lab assistant to support daily laboratory operations, inventory management, and purchasing tasks. Responsibilities include maintaining records, ensuring safety, and assisting with equipment and animal care as required by the department.

Candidates should demonstrate experience following research protocols, keeping notebooks, and maintaining organized records in a diverse environment.

Qualifications

• Follow research protocol and maintain an experimental notebook as instructed.
• Demonstrate good laboratory practices and safety awareness.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to interact respectfully in a diverse environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily lab routines based on departmental needs.
• Order supplies, monitor inventory, and maintain purchasing records.
• Maintain equipment service records and contracts.
• Feed and water animals, clean cages, and track research records.

Skills

Lab experience

Record-keeping

Safety practices

Organizational skills

Job description

Virginia Tech seeks an entry-level lab assistant to support daily laboratory operations, inventory management, and purchasing tasks. Responsibilities include maintaining records, ensuring safety, and assisting with equipment and animal care as required by the department.

Candidates should demonstrate experience following research protocols, keeping notebooks, and maintaining organized records in a diverse environment.