The Smith lab at the University of Virginia in the Division of Asthma, Allergy and Immunology is seeking a full time The Laboratory and Research Technician 1 or 2 to perform a variety of laboratory and/or research tasks in support of research and teaching. The candidate will be responsible for a variety of standard procedures that range from routine to specialized in the areas of cleaning and decontamination; media preparation; performing standard/routine laboratory testing; preparing samples; assisting in routine surgical procedures; maintaining animal health and welfare; recording data, and operating and maintaining tools and equipment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Applies knowledge of sanitation techniques and laboratory safety.
• Applies knowledge of research and testing procedures and techniques, and of animal handling, care and welfare.
• Performs a variety of procedures supporting laboratory, research, clinical and necropsy services.
• May provide limited surgical assistance.
• Follows established directions and procedures.
• Frequent contacts with co-workers, supervisors, students, faculty, and research staff to discuss study techniques or results or handling and care of animals.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Lab and Research Tech 1

Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Experience: At least 1 year of lab experience, which may include student experience. Bachelor's degree will be considered in lieu of experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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.

Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. This is a non-exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits. This is a restricted position, which is dependent on funding and is contingent upon funding availability.

This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site. To learn more about UVA and in the Charlottesville area, visit UVA Life and Embark CVA.

Background checks and pre-employment health screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply online, by searching for requisition number R0074271. Complete an application with the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You can submit multiple documents into this one field or combine them into one PDF. Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration.

Internal applicants: Apply through your Workday profile by searching “Find Jobs.”

Reference checks will be completed by UVA’s third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. For questions about the application process, please contact Jeremy Brofft, Senior Recruiter at xmf9ad@virginia.edu.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.