Laboratory Technician/Research Assistant

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 34,991,000 - 44,083,000; Part time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers seeks a part-time Laboratory Technician Research Assistant in Blacksburg to work in the Department of Population Health Sciences. Responsibilities include processing and analyzing water samples in a BSL-2 lab, data entry, sample tracking, and record keeping, with occasional field work.

The role requires a related degree and the ability to work both independently and in a team. Evening and weekend hours are possible; starting pay is $16.83 per hour with up to 29 hours

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree OR Associate degree with relevant experience.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Process and analyze water and biological samples in a BSL-2 laboratory setting.
• Perform accurate data entry, sample tracking, and laboratory record keeping.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and monitor supplies while adhering to biosafety protocols.
• Opportunity to participate in field work and data collection as needed.

Skills

Data entry

BSL-2 lab experience

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Associate degree in related field with relevant experience

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Job Description

The Department of Population Health Sciences is hiring a part-time Laboratory Technician Research Assistant to work with a team of scientists working at the intersection of public health and environmental engineering. Primary responsibilities will include processing and analyzing water and biological samples in a BSL-2 laboratory setting, performing accurate data entry, sample tracking, and laboratory record keeping, maintaining laboratory equipment, monitoring supplies, and adhering to biosafety protocols. While the primary focus of this role is laboratory-based, interested candidates may also have opportunities to participate in field work and data collection activities.
This role will have evening and occasional weekend hours. The initial appointment will be one year with extension contingent on performance and funding.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or an Associate's degree in a related field with relevant experience
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a BSL-2 laboratory
• Demonstrated experience processing and analyzing water or other samples

Pay Band

3; Wage

Overtime Status

Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

Starting at $16.83 an hour; commensurate with experience

Hours per week

Up to 29

Review Date

10/12/2026

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

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