Temporary Lab Technician

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

NC State University is seeking a Temporary Lab Technician to assist in various lab, greenhouse, and field activities. The role involves tasks such as prepping microorganisms, organizing sample data, and ensuring compliance with established protocols in a vibrant educational environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong fine motor skills, a commitment to detail, and a collaborative spirit.

Qualifications

• Combination of training and experience required to perform the duties.
• Excellent fine motor skills required.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct lab, greenhouse, and field activities such as prepping microorganisms.
• Organize samples and manage data in spreadsheets.
• Follow protocols established by the Principal Investigator.

Skills

Fine motor skills

Organizational skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The purpose is to conduct basic lab, greenhouse, and field activities, such as making media, plating microorganisms, prepping microorganisms for long term storage, labeling samples and sample containers, organizing sample numbers in an excel spreadsheet, measuring out seeds, filling pots with soil, organizing pots in greenhouse, collecting soil, taking weather measurements, walking through fields, all in accordance to the protocols created by the PI, Daisy Ahumada.

Is Time Limited

Is Time Limited No

Department Information

Job City & State

Department

Department DEPP

System Information

Classification Title

Working Title

Working Title Temporary Lab Technician

Position Information

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule

Work Schedule 12/hrs per week between Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

Other Work/Responsibilities

• n/a
• Combination of training and experience required to perform the duties

Department Required Skills

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail] .

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Supplemental Questions

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• How did you learn of this opportunity?
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  • NCSU Executive Search Services
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  • Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
  • Job / Career Fair
  • The Chronicle of Higher Education
  • Professional Journal
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• If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you have the combination of training and experience required to perform the duties and responsibilities of this position?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you have excellent fine motor skills?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a valid driver’s license?
  • Yes
  • No
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NC STATE UNIVERSITY
RALEIGH, NC 27695
PHONE: [phone]