Lab Specialist

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Jobs in this group are typically responsible for conducting and managing research activities across various disciplines. They design and implement studies, support research activities, analyze data, and contribute to advancing knowledge and innovation in their respective fields. These roles are responsible for conducting experiments and analyses in laboratory settings to investigate scientific questions in fields like biology, chemistry, and physics. Laboratory researchers design and execute experiments, collect data, and collaborate with scientists to advance understanding of fundamental and applied research.

Individual contributors provide support to an organization, often in direct service, operational, technical or administrative functions. The work is predominantly in the delivery of support services or activities, typically under supervision. Opportunities for progression outside this career stream are typically limited without additional education or significant training and experience. The entry‑level position typically requires little to no prior experience. Work is routine and follows standard procedures, closely supervised, with problems that are routine and have clearly defined solutions.

Communication requires little explanation or interpretation.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience:
  
  At least 1 year of lab experience, which may include student experience required.
• Licensure:
  None.

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.  to read more about UVA’s commitment to non‑discrimination and equal opportunity employment.

TO APPLY:

Applicants please apply HERE. Complete a candidate profile online; attach a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references. Incomplete applications will not be given consideration.

Entry level

Full‑time

• Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Higher Education