Laboratory Specialist Senior (Staff Wage)

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Part time

Job summary

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Virginia seeks a part-time laboratory specialist to support Dr. Patricio Ray’s research on renal disease in children.

The role involves assisting in project design, data collection, and coordination across MR-4 and Battle Building facilities, with oversight of day-to-day lab operations. Responsibilities include supervising staff, developing lab policies, and co-authoring publications.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree required.
• 9 years of experience in a lab technician role; may substitute with Master's or Terminal degree plus 4 years of supervisory experience.
• 12 years of experience accepted in lieu of degree.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty researchers and oversee day-to-day operations of projects.
• Supervise research activities and support personnel.
• Develop, implement, and coordinate lab policies and procedures.
• Coordinate data collection and review progress and results.
• Co-author publications and present results with the Principal Investigator.

Skills

Lab supervision

Research design

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Animal procedures

Job description

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Virginia is seeking a part-time laboratory specialist position to support the research of Dr. Patricio Ray. The laboratory specialist will assist Dr. Ray, supporting his laboratory that is pursuing research studies to improve the lives of children with renal diseases. This position will support laboratory and core facilities in the MR-4 research building, as well as clinical research facilities in the Battle Building. Duties include but not limited to:

• Assist faculty researchers and act independently in the design of research projects, the development of methods and procedures, the preparation of research proposals, and the writing of research findings. Oversee day-to-day operations of projects.
• May supervise research activities and support personnel.
• Assist in formulating and implementing the short- and long-range goals for the operation of the lab. Project future needs and formulate strategies consistent with projections.
• May develop and implement lab policies and procedures. Manage and coordinate operational policies and procedures. Coordinate with research staff on issues which impact lab functions.
• May act as liaison to other departments, divisions or organizations.
• Develop, design, and conduct one or more small or moderately complex research projects or experiments in line with plan. Coordinate data collection and screening and verify the data. Review progress and evaluate results.
• Develop protocols and criteria, determine interview procedures, and approve protocols.
• Conduct analyses of data and interpret and implement research methodology based on outcomes of analyses.
• Co-author publications and may co-present results with Principal Investigator at meetings or conferences.
• Provide guidance as requested regarding hiring and training for technical personnel. Supervise, train and instruct residents, interns, students or other staff in lab techniques and procedures.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

This is a wage position which is not eligible for leave or other benefits and is limited to 1500 hours of work in a year. For more information, refer to the Wage Employment link: http://uvapolicy.virginia.edu/policy/HRM-029.

Minimum Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree.

Experience: 9 years of experience in a lab technician role. May substitute with Master's or Terminal degree plus 4 years of experience in a lab technician role and supervisory experience. 12 years of experience accepted in lieu of degree.

Licensure: None.

Physical Demands

This position can spend extensive periods of time standing and squatting while conducting experiments or caring for animals. Also requires keyboarding and other bench work and animal procedures requiring finer finger manipulation.

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.