Temporary Research and Lab Tech (Various Disciplines)

North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina A&T State University seeks candidates for temporary Research Assistant and Laboratory Technician roles across disciplines. Roles support faculty-led research, grant-funded projects, and laboratory operations with assignments varying in duration and schedule.

Responsibilities include assisting with experiments, data entry and analysis, material preparation, equipment maintenance, and documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty, staff and research personnel with ongoing projects and laboratory activities.
• Collect, record, organize, and maintain research data and documentation.
• Perform routine laboratory procedures and experiments per established protocols.
• Prepare laboratory materials, equipment, specimens, and supplies for research activities.
• Operate, clean, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Assist with data entry, analysis, and preparation of reports and research summaries.
• Support fieldwork activities, surveys, interviews, and data collection efforts.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with safety standards and protocols.
• Manage inventory of laboratory supplies and assist with procurement as needed.
• Assist with literature reviews, research documentation, and administrative support functions.
• Support grant-funded research projects and special initiatives.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency; or a combination of education and experience
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework or degree in a science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM), social science, health science, or related field.
• Previous experience in a laboratory, research, academic, or data collection environment.
• Experience entering, organizing, or analyzing data.
• Familiarity with laboratory safety procedures and practices.
• Experience working in a higher education, healthcare, or research setting.

Position Purpose

North Carolina A&T State University periodically has temporary staffing needs to support research activities and laboratory operations across the University. This recruitment is intended to identify qualified candidates for temporary Research Assistant and Laboratory Technician opportunities as workforce needs arise. Temporary assignments may be available in a variety of academic, scientific, engineering, agricultural, health, and social science research environments. Opportunities may support faculty‑led research projects, grant‑funded initiatives, laboratory operations, data collection efforts, field studies, and other research‑related activities. Assignment length, work schedule, and level of responsibility will vary based on departmental and project needs.

Potential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assisting faculty, staff, and research personnel with ongoing research projects and laboratory activities
• Collecting, recording, organizing, and maintaining research data and documentation
• Conducting routine laboratory procedures and experiments in accordance with established protocols
• Preparing laboratory materials, equipment, specimens, and supplies for research activities
• Operating, cleaning, calibrating, and maintaining laboratory equipment and instruments
• Assisting with data entry, analysis, and preparation of reports, presentations, and research summaries
• Supporting fieldwork activities, surveys, interviews, and other research‑related data collection efforts
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with laboratory safety standards and research protocols
• Managing inventory of laboratory supplies and assisting with procurement activities as needed
• Assisting with literature reviews, research documentation, and administrative support functions
• Supporting the implementation of grant‑funded research projects and special initiatives
• Performing other duties as assigned by the supervisor or principal investigator

Additional Information

Specific job duties, qualifications, work schedules, and assignment durations will vary depending on the needs of the hiring department and the nature of the temporary assignment. Details regarding individual opportunities will be discussed with candidates selected for an interview.

Important Note

This posting will remain active for six (6) months. Applicants who wish to be considered for temporary opportunities after the posting has expired must submit a new application to the subsequent posting.

About North Carolina A&T State University

North Carolina A&T State University is one of the nation's leading land‑grant institutions, distinguished by its commitment to excellence in teaching, research, public service, and community engagement. As the largest historically Black college and university (HBCU) in the United States and a doctoral, high research activity institution, the University fosters innovation through interdisciplinary research, creative scholarship, and transformative educational experiences. A constituent institution of the University of North Carolina System, North Carolina A&T offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate, master's, and doctoral degree programs designed to prepare students for leadership and success in a global society. The University serves approximately 12,000 students and employs nearly 2,000 faculty and staff dedicated to advancing knowledge, promoting economic development, and addressing the needs of local, national, and global communities. Through its mission of exemplary instruction, scholarly and creative research, and meaningful public service, North Carolina A&T continues to expand its impact as a premier public, land‑grant research university.

Position Information

• Working Title: Temporary Research and Lab Tech (Various Disciplines)
• Competency Level: Contributing
• Recruitment Range: Commensurate with education and experience
• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Appointment Type: Temporary - Full-time
• Organizational Division: Staffing Services
• Organizational Location: Human Resources
• Organizational Unit: Temporary Employment

Posting Details

• Posting Number: SHRA3264
• Open Date: 09/01/2026
• Close Date: 02/28/2027