Part-Time Biology Lab Prep Specialist

Virginia's Community College System; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

NOVA is seeking a part-time Lab Assistant to support biology labs, with emphasis on microbiology. You will help prepare materials, maintain cultures, and assist with safe disposal and replacement of lab equipment in a structured, timely manner.

The role requires regular weekday hours 8:30 AM–5:00 PM, with occasional evenings or weekends; prior lab experience is preferred, and good organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a biology lab setting.
• Experience maintaining laboratory supplies and equipment.
• Experience with customer service.
• Knowledge of biology curriculum, lab practices, and safety protocol.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with biology faculty and lab trainers to prepare materials and supplies for biology labs, with an emphasis on microbiology.
• Maintain microbial cultures.
• Assist with properly disposing of lab materials and replacing lab equipment and supplies in an orderly fashion in the biology lab.
• Prepares materials and supplies for biology labs in a timely and organized manner.
• Ability to work Monday through Friday 8.30am - 5 pm, although the hours may vary with occasional evenings or weekends.

Skills

Biology knowledge

Safety protocols

Time management

Lab practices

Organizational skills

Independent work

Teamwork

Customer service

Job description

NOVA is seeking a part-time Lab Assistant to support biology labs, with emphasis on microbiology. You will help prepare materials, maintain cultures, and assist with safe disposal and replacement of lab equipment in a structured, timely manner.

The role requires regular weekday hours 8:30 AM–5:00 PM, with occasional evenings or weekends; prior lab experience is preferred, and good organizational skills are essential.