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Lab Assistant

Northern VA Community College
Richmond, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/9/2025

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title

Lab Assistant

Role Title

Trainer Instructor I

Role Code

29111-FP

FLSA

Nonexempt

Pay Band

Position Number

280W0467

Agency

Northern VA Community College

Division

NV280-Provost Woodbridge

Work Location

Prince William - 153

Hiring Range

18 / hr

Emergency / Essential Personnel

EEO Category

B-Professional

Full Time or Part Time

Part Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

Schedule will vary based on the needs of the staff and department.

Sensitive Position

Job Description

General Description :

Assist faculty and lab trainers in preparation of life science labs, including general biology, anatomy & physiology, microbiology. May also assist with chemistry and physics as needed.

Duties and Tasks :

  • Work closely with science faculty and lab trainers to prepare materials and supplies for science labs.
  • Assist with properly disposing of lab materials and replacing lab equipment and supplies in an orderly fashion.
  • Preparing and cleaning up laboratories
  • Prepares materials and supplies for science 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.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's / Required Qualifications

Required KSAs :

  • Knowledge of biology curriculum, lab practices, and safety protocol.
  • Knowledge of basic chemistry lab equipment and techniques for making solutions of desired concentration and dilutions of stock solutions.
  • Ability to work weekdays with some occasional evenings and weekends
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently and with others.
  • Time management skills.
  • Minimum Qualifications :

  • Experience working in a biology lab setting.
  • Experience maintaining laboratory supplies and equipment
  • Experience with customer service
  • Additional Considerations

    Additional Considerations :

  • Experience preparing laboratory materials for college level science classes.
  • Operation of a State Vehicle

    Supervises Employees

    Required Travel

    n / a

    Posting Detail Information

    Posting Number

    WGE_2385P

    Recruitment Type

    General Public - G

    Number of Vacancies

    Position End Date (if temporary)

    Job Open Date

    02 / 05 / 2025

    Job Close Date

    02 / 19 / 2025

    Open Until Filled

    Agency Website

    www.nvcc.edu

    Contact Name

    Email

    Phone Number

    Special Instructions to Applicants

    In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link : https : / / www.dars.virginia.gov / drs / cpid / PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

    Additional Information

    Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.

    At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA. To learn more about NOVA's commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit our website .

    NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.

    We strive to ensure our employees have the tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA's mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at www.nvcc.edu .

    The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVA's Annual Security Reports .

    Background Check Statement Disclaimer

    The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include : fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link : http : / / ethics.dls.virginia.gov /

    EEO Statement

    The Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.

    ADA Statement

    The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

    E-Verify Statement

    VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

    Quicklink for Posting

    https : / / jobs.vccs.edu / postings / 82012

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